There is plenty to see and do this summer at Mission San Juan Capistrano, whether you’re 8 or 88. Pan for gold, stretch and strengthen, and even spend the night under the stars.
General Admission Summer Kids Package
1 Day Admission to Mission San Juan Capistrano for Children from 4 to 11 years. Includes general child
admission Panning for gold, Adobe brick making, arrowhead necklace.
Summer Break Kids Crafts
July 4 – August 26
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
$5 ($1 for members)
Mission San Juan Capistrano is pleased to offer special summer break activities for children (appropriate
for ages 6-12) beginning July 4 continuing through August 26, 2016. Parent or sitter must be present to
participate.
Mondays: Gold Panning
Tuesdays: Adobe Brick Making
Wednesdays: Cornhusk Dolls/Action Figures
Thursdays: Mini Coiled Clay Pot
Fridays: Arrowhead Necklace
Ceramic Camps
Session 1: July 11-15 & July 18-22
Session 2: July 25-29 & August 1-5
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
$300 for members, $330 for non-members
Come join the fun and play with clay! Students will learn both ceramic hand building techniques and how to throw clay on the wheel.
Stretch and Strength Series 2016 — Supporting the Fight Against Cancer In Honor of St. Peregrine’s
Chapel Thursdays: July 28 and August 25, 2016 6-7 p.m. $10 Per Participant Per Class
Mission San Juan Capistrano is home to St. Peregrine’s Chapel, a place of prayer and hope dedicated to
the Patron Saint of Cancer, and destination of visitors from across the world who have been impacted by
cancer. In honor of all those who have survived or are currently battling cancer, Mission San Juan
Capistrano will host the third annual Stretch and Strength Class Series to help raise awareness and funds
for cancer research.
The public is invited to bring a personal exercise mat and to enjoy this special after-hours experience of
stretching, meditation and renewal in the historic Mission courtyard.
Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society Relay for Life of San Juan Capistrano. The Mission receives no proceeds for this series. Bring a personal exercise mat and water bottle. Children may participate or observe but must be accompanied by an adult.
Night at the Mission Adventure Sleepover
July 15, 6 p.m. – July 16, 8 a.m.
$75 for non-members, $70 for members, and $65 per individual in groups of 4 or more.
Mission San Juan Capistrano is pleased to offer an adventurous sleepover of camping overnight on
Mission grounds for kids with their parents. The sleepover includes dinner, activities and breakfast the
following morning.
Mission Fine Art Gallery Plein Air Paint Out at Mission San Juan Capistrano
August 1 & August 3, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Free with General Admission
Plein air painting, a tradition that flourished in California between 1890 and 1930, has been significant in its ability to record the Mission’s historic and architectural setting over time. Visit the Mission August 1st and 3rd to experience the plein air painting tradition as it is carried on today. Painters may be seen across the Mission grounds during regular hours, between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Mission Art Walks
Every 3rd Friday of the month
11-11:45 a.m.
Free with paid admission
The Mission Art Walk is a docent guided tour highlighting the art collection of rare paintings related to
Mission’s history within the Serra Chapel, the Spanish Colonial Room and the Mission Treasures Exhibit.
Experience Spanish Colonial and Plein Air paintings as well as learn about Mission San Juan Capistrano’s goal and efforts in the conservation of its collection.
For groups of 15 people or more, please call Group Bookings at (949) 234-1306 to schedule in advance.
Pricing is $8 per adult.
www.missionsjc.com/tours/art-walks/
WEEKEND CRAFTS
Adobe Brick Making
Every Saturday & Sunday
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Join the fun! During this hands-on activity, kids are encouraged to make and build their own adobe brick.
Examine the daily lives of Mission Native Americans. Students and adults will delight in the historic fun.
http://www.missionsjc.com/event/adobe-brick-making-3/all/
Panning for Gold
Every Saturday & Sunday
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Try your luck at finding the gold in our custom-designed Mission trough. We’ll supply the pan and the “gold”
– you roll up your sleeves and pan your way to riches!
http://www.missionsjc.com/event/panning-for-gold-2/all/
Arrowhead Necklace
Every Saturday & Sunday
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Join the fun! Craft your own arrowhead necklace while learning about the lifestyle of Mission Native
Americans. Students and adults will delight in the historic fun.
http://www.missionsjc.com/event/arrowhead-necklace/all/
Garden Tours
Every Wednesday
10 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
These half hour tours are conducted by the Mission Gardening Angels every Wednesday at 10:00 and
10:30 a.m. Guests wishing to tour should meet at the Front Gate.
Curiosity Carts
Every Tuesday & Thursday
10 a.m. – noon
Each educational cart offers close-up learning for students and visitors interested in seeing items up close.
Items include branding irons, spurs, horseshoes, hides, candles, pottery shards and objects used by the
Juaneno Indians.
http://www.missionsjc.com/event/curiosity-carts-2/all/
Homeschool Family Day
Every 3rd Wednesday of the Month
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Join us every 3rd Wednesday of the month for Homeschool Family Day. Discount package includes child
admission, guided tour, audio tour, panning for gold, adobe brick making, koi fish food, Mission Clubhouse ID card and passport explorer. Must book and purchase 1 week in advance. Groups must also have a minimum of 8 attendees. Please call Group Bookings at (949) 234-1306.
Native American Basket Weaving
July 20, August 3, August 17, September 7, September 21
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Experience the art of basket weaving at Mission San Juan Capistrano on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of
each month. Learn the traditions and capture the culture of basket weaving.
http://www.missionsjc.com/event/native-american-basket-weaving-2/all/
Serra Chapel Tour
Every Sunday
11:15 a.m. – noon
In honor of Father Serra’s 300th birthday celebration, the Mission is offering guests the chance to enjoy a private tour of the Serra Chapel, the most historically significant chapel in California, every Sunday.
http://www.missionsjc.com/event/serra-chapel-tour/2016-04-03/
Additional Tours at the Mission Include:
· Audio Tours – Daily; Free with admission.
· Guided Tours – Daily at 11:15AM
· Swallows Walk & Talk Tour – Daily at 1 p.m.
· Saint Serra’s Legacy: History Tour of Mission Church Sites – Every 2nd Saturday at 2 p.m.
(reservations required)
About Mission San Juan Capistrano:
Known as the “Jewel of the Missions,” Mission San Juan Capistrano is a historic landmark and museum
that boasts of quality permanent exhibits featuring original artifacts as well as traveling and temporary
exhibits on a wide variety of topics.
The site itself serves as a living outdoor museum with original buildings constructed by Native Americans in the 18th century including the Serra Chapel, Great Stone Church, and the original padres’ quarters of the South Wing. The Mission was founded on November 1, 1776 by Padre Junipero Serra as the seventh in the chain of the twenty-one California missions established by Spain, and is Orange County’s only mission. Every year, over 50,000 students visit the Mission and engage in an inspirational learning experience via the Mission Matters programming, as part of their State required California history studies.
Mission San Juan Capistrano is owned by the Diocese of Orange and is supported by the Mission
Preservation Foundation, which is comprised of business and community leaders committed to ensuring
the long term preservation and viability of Orange County’s only Mission. The Mission receives no funding from either the Church or the State of California and charges admission funds as a means of providing public access.
Mission San Juan Capistrano is located at 26801 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675. Open
Daily 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Good Friday afternoon. Admission is $9 adults; $8 seniors (60 years or over); $6 children (ages 4 to 11); and children ages 3 and under are
admitted free. Free audio guide with senior and adult admission. For more information, call (949) 234-1300 or visit www.missionsjc.com.
