Chapel on the Dunes
The oldest functional consecrated church on Mustang Island.

šŸ“œ Oldest functional consecrated church on Mustang Island, built 1937-1938 by Aline B. Carter. šŸ” Originally named Chapel of Eternal Light, this little white chapel overlooks the Gulf of Mexico.

Why Go

🌊 Overlooks the Gulf of Mexico from a sand dune.
šŸŽØ Features murals by John Patrick Cobb depicting Old and New Testaments.
šŸ›ļø Symbol of strength and longevity, survived decades of hurricanes.
🧘 A peaceful space for meditation, poetry, and spiritual tours.
⛪ It is the oldest continuously functioning church on Mustang Island.

Why Avoid

āš ļø Tours require advance reservation and fill quickly.
šŸ”’ Chapel is locked between tours, exterior viewing only.

šŸ’” Tips

šŸ…æļø Parking is on the left side of the house, trail to the right.
šŸ—“ļø Free tours on the first and third Saturday of every month or by appointment.
šŸ“ž Call 361-749-3800 to reserve your tour spot.

šŸ’° Cost

Free tours available.

šŸ•’ Hours

Tours on the first and third Saturday of each month, or by appointment.

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