Visit Mission San Juan Capistrano Historic Landmark & Museum
The whole family will enjoy budget-friendly activities, experiencing culture and history in many ways- from audio tours to educational tour booklets, fun exhibits and historical re-enactments. See a snapshot of California’s history by touring our museum exhibits in both our museum rooms and throughout our 10-acre grounds of gardens, fountains and adobe preserved architecture. Most of our on-going events and exhibits are included in the price of admission.
949.234.1300
26801 Ortega Highway
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
www.missionsjc.com
In Tribute Bell Ringing for Friar Junipero Serra
Daily • 12:45 pm
Koi Fish Feeding
Daily • 12:45 pm / $1.00 per person, FREE for members
Curiosity Carts
Tuesdays & Thursdays • 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Native American Basket Weaving
Wednesdays (1st & 3rd of each month) • 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Panning for Gold
Saturdays & Sundays • 11:00 am-3:00 pm /
$3.00 per person, $1.00 for members
Panning for Gold / Adobe Brick Making
Saturdays & Sundays • 11:00 am-3:00 pm /
$3.00 per person, $1.00 for members
Panning for Gold/Adobe Brick Making Bundle: $5.00 per person
Teacher Appreciation Day
Second Saturday each month
AUDIO TOURS
FREE WITH PAID ADMISSION
Award Winning-Adult Audio Tour: Voices of the Mission
Available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Vietnamese.
Child Audio Tour
Saved by the Mission Bell: A Child’s Journey Through California History
Available in English and Spanish
Swallows Walk & Talk Tour
NEW! Daily • 1:00 pm
Guided Tours
Monday through Friday • 11:15 am / Saturdays • 11:15 am and 2:15 pm /
Sunday • 2:15 pm
Garden Tours
Wednesdays • 10:15 am and at 10:45 am
4th Grader Q&A Session
NEW! Saturdays & Sundays • 3:00 pm
Serra Chapel Tour
NEW! Sundays • 11:15 am
EXHIBITS
Mission Treasures: Historical Collection Revealed Exhibit
Open Daily • 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Native American Museum & Interpretive Room
Open Daily • 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Padres Quarters/South Wing Building
Open Daily • 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Plein Air Art Reproductions Exhibit
Open Daily • 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
HOLIDAY KIDS’ ACTIVITIES
Mission San Juan Capistrano is pleased to offer holiday crafts for children (appropriate for ages 6-12) beginning December 23, 2013 continuing through January 3, 2014. Parent or sitter must be present to participate.
Fee: $3.00 per child in addition to admission; $1.00 for members
MONDAY: Lasso/Jump Rope
December 23, 30 / 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
TUESDAY: Miniature Adobe Brick House
December 31 / 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
WEDNESDAY: Cornhusk Dolls/Action Figures
January 1 / 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
THURSDAY: Mini Coiled Clay Pot
December 26 and January 2 / 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
FRIDAY: Arrowhead Necklace
December 27 and January 3 / 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
SUMMER PROGRAMS
Mission San Juan Capistrano plans summer fun, day and night for the whole family!
Enjoy daily activities and camping all summer long! Sign the kids up for affordable summer camp programs to explore the Mission. Adults celebrate the nights at Music Under the Stars, Mission San Juan Capistrano’s Summer Concert Series.
SIGNATURE EVENTS
Saint Joseph’s Day and The Return of the Swallows Celebration
Don’t miss this world renowned celebration every March.
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
Ninth Annual Battle of the Mariachis Festival
A friendly competition of young, mariachi musicians celebrating talent, interpretation and inspiration within one festival.
Saturday, May 10, 2014
Night at the Mission Camping
Adventurous family sleepover that includes touring the museum rooms and grounds at night, activities, dinner and breakfast the next morning.
Friday, July 11, 2014
Romance of the Mission Benefit Gala Concert and Dinner
The most exclusive gala benefit hosted in Orange County every year. Features a pre-show hosted reception, extravagant entertainment in the Great Stone Church and the most romantic dinner setting display. Underwriting opportunities available.
Friday, September 20, 2013
Christmas at the Mission
Mission San Juan Capistrano is proud to participate in San Juan Capistrano’s annual Christmas tree lighting festivities. Bring the whole family to this event as we invite the public to celebrate the holidays with us.
Saturday, December 7, 2013
