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Mission San Juan Capistrano is a National Historic Landmark and museum, and considered the birthplace of Orange County. Founded in 1776, the mission was the 7th of 21 California missions. View the hundreds year old structure, and ruins, and view artifacts and artwork displayed in the permanent exhibits. At the Mission Clubhouse, learn hands-on activities such as basket weaving. Relax in the peaceful gardens, or enjoy the outdoor summer concert series. Bells are rung daily the same way they have been for over 200 years. In March, witness the miraculous return of the swallows, as thousands of birds alight on the chapel, having traveled over 6,000 miles from Argentina each year.
26801 Ortega Hwy, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675, Phone: 949-234-1300
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