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New initiative aims to help descendants trace their ancestry to the Indigenous peoples of the San Antonio Missions The San Antonio Mission Indian Descendants (SAMID) have announced the soft launch of the historic "Find Your Roots, Claim Your Story Descendants Legacy Project," a community-driven initiative designed to help individuals discover, document, and celebrate their ancestral connections to the Indigenous peoples of the five San Antonio Missions.

The launch event will take place on June 24, 2026, at The DoSeum, marking the beginning of a long-term effort to preserve family histories, strengthen community connections, and ensure Indigenous voices remain central to the story of San Antonio.