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Summary
Sacred Heart Mission is a historic adobe church in Shafter, TX, built in 1890 and still active as a Catholic mission. Learn more.
Details
Sacred Heart Mission, built in 1890, is a historic adobe church located in the former mining town of Shafter, Texas. The church is part of the Shafter Mining Historic District and serves as an active mission of Santa Teresa de Jesús Catholic Church in Presidio. Shafter was once known as “the richest acre in Texas” due to silver mining in the 1880s, but the town has since become a ghost town. The church and the metal-roofed house at 112 Church Road were featured in the opening scenes of the 1971 film The Andromeda Strain. Learn more
From Faith Near Me
Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church stands as a historic adobe landmark in the former mining town of Shafter, Texas, blending active worship with preservation of 19th-century heritage. First-time visitors may appreciate its quiet, timeless atmosphere and ties to the Shafter Mining Historic District. Its appearance in The Andromeda Strain adds a unique cinematic layer to its spiritual legacy.
Pros
- Historic adobe church with significant architectural preservation
- Active mission within a recognized historic district
- Cinematic legacy from The Andromeda Strain filming
Cons
- Limited detailed information available on the website
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- Ludicrous Parallels !2 years ago
Shaffer was a town used as a shooting location for the film “The Andromeda Strain” 1971 this church and the metal roofed house at 112 church rd were included in the opening scenes of the movie.
- John Smith7 months ago
Some people say to themselves, "If you drive a car, you walk."