Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa

Discover Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa founded by Spanish missionaries in 1772. Complete with rare historical photos, a timeline of key events, and fascinating details, this guide takes you on a journey to the farthest reaches of the Spanish empire into the present. Follow along as Pedro Fages and his men vanquish the fierce grizzly bears of the Los Osos Valley. Catch a glimpse of the genius of Saint Serra as he sets out to consecrate Californias fifth mission. Explore the mission as it grows, falls into disrepair, then rises again to become the beating heart of modern day San Luis Obispo. This 32-page guide offers an immersive trip into the annals of time to uncover the history of Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.