Mission Nuestra Señora de la Soledad
36641 Fort Romie Road, Soledad, CA 93960
Tel: 831-678-2586
Soledad Mission is the thirteenth mission, founded October 9, 1791 by Fr. Lasuén. The mission is named for Our Lady of Solitude - one of the many designations for the Virgin Mary. The unique rural setting of this mission lends the visitor a sense of solitude alluded to in its name. Soledad Mission is the only mission to have replanted an entire olive grove using mission era techiques of olive reproduction and cultivation.
The original buildings are in complete ruin, though wall fragments and floor tiles are still visible. Replica buildings include the church building and convento, built in 1954-64 through donations from the Native Daughters of the Golden West and other private donors. There is potential to reconstruct the mission quadrangle if extensive archaeological investigation is performed.
Landmark Status
California State Landmark #233
Directions to the Mission
From US-101 : Exit Arroyo Seco Road and turn right. Turn right again onto Fort Romie Road. Map
Hours of Operation
10a - 4p daily, closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, Easter, and 4th of July. Please call 831-678-2586 for further information.
Facilities
Weddings. Please call 831-678-2586 for information.
