Mission San LuisFlorida’s living history museum

Photo Credit: Mission San Luis flickr

By. Erin McNamara

Why Visit Mission San Luis?

Become knowledgeable about the Apalachee/Spanish Mission

Learn about the westernmost military of the Apalachee Indians and Spaniards

Watch as the Apalachee Indians reformed religions as a result of European influences that also lead to changes within their daily lives

The Council House

A structure of many purposes, the council house was used for a ceremonial meetings, city hall conferences, etc. Standing nearly five stories high, this structure was used a safe settling place for those who were traveling and needed a nights rest. This is just one of many rebuilt structures at the museum.Max occupancy- 3,000 peopleLocation- centralized on the missionPhoto Credit- Mission San Luis flickrReconstruction of the council house took place in Dec of 2004

Mission Perks

Not a huge history junkie, but still want to have fun at The Mission? Mission San Luis has specific tour guides at each structure through out the site. These tours guides act out the everyday lives of those on the mission to help give you a better understanding of what went on!

Photo credit: Mission San Luis flickr

Mission Information:

Located in Tallahassee, Florida: 2100 West Tennessee St.

Hours of operation:

- 10:00am to 4:00pm, Tuesday through Sunday

Admission:

- Adults- $5.00, Seniors (65 +) $3.00, Children (6-17) $2.00, Active duty- free

Contact information: 850-245-6406

Pet Friendly!

References

https://www.flickr.com/photos/37224609@N05/10845763945/

www.flickr.com/photos/37224609@N05/6390054181/-JJKent performing at Mission San Luis

https://www.flickr.com/photos/37224609@N05/4117025591/

http://www.missionsanluis.org/_docs/pressRoom/Recreating_MSL_Backgrounder12-12.pdf