Archaeology at the Mission
Title
Archaeology at the Mission
Description
This collection features the history and archaeology of the Mission de Nombre de Dios, Nuestra Senora de la Leche Shrine Site in St. Augustine, Florida. This was an important colonial Spanish mission where early exchanges between indigenous and European peoples.
Creator
Public History Program, Flagler College
Date
May 2021
Contributor
Connor Hawkins, Public History Intern 2021
Wyatt Parks, Religion Intern, 2021
Wyatt Parks, Religion Intern, 2021
Collection Items
Martyrdom of Antonio Cuipa in St. Anne's Catholic Church, Ruskin, Florida by Casola Stained Glass
Stained glass window of the Martyrdom of Antonio Cuipa in St. Anne's Catholic Church, Ruskin, Florida by Casola Stained Glass
Flagler Students Excavate the Mission Site
Two Flagler student volunteers assist with excavation at the Mission de Nombre de Dion.
Timucuan Woman of Florida
A Timucua woman stands holding a large ceramic bowl filled with water, cradled in her left arm. In her right hand are several cobs of corn. She is heavily tattooed and wears a fringed cloth that hangs from one shoulder diagonally across her body. She…
Timucuan Man of Florida
Painting of heavily-tattooed Timucua man holding bow and arrow, and wearing a red sheath. He is wearing a loincloth with fringe, and adornments on his neck, knees, and arms. His triangular hat has a long white "tail."
Beacon of Faith Cross
Postcard depicting a photograph of the Beacon of Faith Cross. A white bridge crosses a body of water, leading in the direction of the cross. Two people are standing on the bridge and looking over the side.
Mission Chapel of Nombre De Dios
Postcard depicting a black and white photograph of the shrine to Our Lady of La Leche and the surrounding trees and paths. The shrine is located at the Mission Nombre De Dios
Ancient Spanish Shrine of Nuestra Senora De La Leche
Postcard depicting the shrine of Nuestra Senora De La Leche.
2019 Excavations at the Nuestra Senora de la Leche Shrine Site, 1687-1728
Excavation report on the Mission grounds
2018 Archaeology at the Shrine of Nuestra Senora de la Leche, St. Augustine, 1677-1728
Excavation report on the Mission grounds