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First United Methodist Church

San Marcos, Hays County

Marker Text

First church in Hays County. Organized August 5, 1847, with 9 charter members, by circuit rider A. B. F. Kerr in home of John D. Pitts. Growing congregation moved by 1849 to a log house used for church, courthouse, and school; braved wild animals and indians to hold worship. The first church building was erected on present site, 1855; second, 1872. Present building-- an excellent example of Gothic revival style-- was built in 1893. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1970

Marker Details

Address 129 W. Hutchison St.
Location Description
Marker # 10271
Dedicated 1970
Size, Type 16" x 12"
Code Methodist (Methodist Episcopal and United Methodist) denomination; eccesiastical buildings; churches
Latitude, Longitude 29.882817, -97.94164

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