A pueblo is a Native American village in the southwestern United States. Pueblos are typically built of adobe or stone, and are often multi-story. Pueblos were originally built as defensive structures, but today they are also used as homes and community centers.
The main difference between a mission and a pueblo is their purpose. Missions were built for the purpose of religious conversion, while pueblos are Native American villages. Missions are typically associated with European colonizers, while pueblos are associated with Native Americans.