The San Antonio Missions

Differences in location, use, and maintenance significantly impact the current condition of historic Spanish missions. A comparative analysis of San José y Miguel de Aguayo (1768–1782) and Nuestra Señora de las Purisima Concepción de Acuña (1740–1755) reveals how these factors influence their preservation despite shared construction techniques, materials (local tufa, limestone, and lime), climate, and historical context. The study highlights the resilience of mission architecture while underscoring the need for tailored conservation strategies based on site-specific conditions.

Pranger, S. (2024). The San Antonio Missions. Old Materials, New Climate, 239–253. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003160489-17