One of the Oldest Churches in America, Mission of San Antonio de Isleta

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Bibliographic Details
Corporate Author: Princeton Theological Seminary (Contributor)
Contributors: James R. Tanis (Contributor)
Format: Electronic Postcard
Language:Undetermined language
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Published: s.a.
Further subjects:B United States ; NM ; Isleta
B Postcards
B Catholic Church
B Church architecture ; United States
B Fine Arts
B Church buildings ; United States
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Description
Item Description:Beautiful Altar and Sanctuary With Historic Paintings and Statues. - Historic Old Mission Church, Isleta Indian Pueblo. 12 Miles South of Albuquerque, New Mexico. This pueblo is one of the oldest and largest in America -- and a stalking feature is the old church of San Antonio de Isleta. It is easily distinguished by the two immense bell towers and is thought to have been built sometime between 1605-1621. The mission sanctuary and altar are very beautifully decorated with many historic paintings and statues