Join Ohlone leader Andy Galvan and Franciscan friar Joe Schwab, OFM, for a thoughtful conversation exploring the legacy of Junípero Serra and his role in California history. Bringing together Indigenous and Franciscan perspectives, this engaging discussion offers a unique opportunity to examine a complex historical figure through dialogue, shared knowledge, and mutual respect.
Part of the An Educating Conversation series, the event invites guests to hear from two respected voices with deep personal and professional connections to California’s mission history before participating in a lively audience discussion. Through history, lived experience, and reflection, the conversation will explore how Serra’s legacy continues to shape understanding of California’s past and present.