Ethnic
Heritage: Hispanic
Tumacacori
National Historical Park
Tumac‡cori
National Historical Park tells the story of the first Europeans
who came to southern Arizona and of the native people who lived
here then. It is a dramatic story from any perspective: at stake
was not only basic survival but hearts and minds. And yet even then,
each new day brought birdsong and breakfast to native, priest, settler,
and soldier alike. All changed bit by bit as the days unfolded,
until a vigorous new culture blending elements from ristras to rosaries
was born.
Visitors
appreciate this special place for the opportunity to tour the mission
church, cemetery and outlying structures and grounds in a peaceful
and quiet atmosphere reminiscent of the period in which they were
established. Photographers especially enjoy the earth colors and
shadows of the mission buildings. The mission courtyard and garden
just off the visitor center provide a peaceful, quiet place to relax
and reflect. Many bird species are seen at the mission due to its
proximity to the Santa Cruz river. A short quarter mile hike to
the river could be rewarding to bird watching enthusiasts.
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