San Juan Capistrano By Fernanda R. By calabash Period: Jan 1, 1770 to Jan 1, 1834 CA Missions Oct 30, 1775 Founded By Father Fermin Lausen Mar 19, 1776 The Swallows return to San Juan Capistrano Mission Nov 1, 1776 Founded By Father Junipero Serra Jan 1, 1777 First little Church was built. It was a modest structure that is still in use today. Jan 1, 1791 The Bells Were Removed From The Tree on which they Hung on. After they were Removed from the tree, they were hung in the Tower. Jan 1, 1797 New Church Started Jan 1, 1806 New Church Completed Jan 1, 1812 Big Earthquake The Church Had Fell Down During The Earthquake. Jan 1, 1813 Parts of the Mission were Rebuilt Jan 1, 1833 Mission was closed down
