Community members gathered to enjoy food, share stories and memories during the 100th anniversary celebration of Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel in Flagstaff. Photos by Ruth Eaton ©2026. SEE MORE PHOTOS BELOW
FLAGSTAFF — From a moving standing-room-only service, to a variety of musical performances, food and inspiring stories, the Northern Arizona community came out in full force for the 100th anniversary of celebration of Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel in Flagstaff on Saturday, May 16. The event included:
- Opening Welcome and Proclamation
- Matachines of San Francisco de Asis Parish
- Mariachi Orchestra Mariachi Rubor
- Ballet Folklórico de Colores
- Historical Church tours led by Johnny Anaya, Historian
- Cultural and historical exhibits
- Food and Fellowship
- Commemorative 2026 Centennial Celebration T-shirts for sale
The following photos were taken by community leader and former Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) Chair Ruth Eaton.
It was standing-room-only during the Mass at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Chapel on May 16, 2026.
Final preparations are made before the Mass at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Chapel.
Members of Mariachi Rubor stand with Guadalupana member Patricia Garcia.
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Dignitaries, church members and other community members exit the chapel following the Mass.
Guadalupana/Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces member Becca Ceballos-DeLap waves to friends following the Mass.
Jess Dominguez, from left, Supervisor Jeronimo Vasques, and former Flagstaff Mayor Coral Evans exit the chapel.
The Matachines of San Francisco de Asis Parish perform immediately following the Mass.
Attendees had the opportunity to view a variety of historical photos from the chapel’s long history.
Members of Mariachi Rubor prepare to perform.
Ballet Folklorico de Colores de Flagstaff perform during the event
Members of the Coconino County Board of Supervisors read the officials proclamation.
Dr. Tony Cuevas from Northern Arizona University unveils the official mural image at the event.
Members of the community were invited sign their names and add a few personal messages behind the mural.
Organizers and volunteers of the event were honored during the celebration.
Guadalupana members Lina Wallen, from left, Patricia Garcia and from CHAC Chair Ruth Eaton see near a variety of community vendor tables at the event.
Guadalupana/Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces member Becca Ceballos-DeLap takes a brief break after organizing the celebration’s historical photo project.
Guadalupana member Loretta Velasco stands with grand daughter Laura Ortiz as they provided information on the historical photos on display at the celebration.
Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces and Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) member Frank X. Moraga enjoys some wonderful food followed by a brief nap at the event.
Patricia Garcia speaks with attendees.
For Patricia Garcia, time to take a well-deserved break from helping to organize the event.