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Perry United Methodist Church

Perry, Falls County

Marker Text

Organized in 1872 west of Perry in home of Theodore Reusse (Rice) by a circuit rider, the Rev. F. Mumme. To 4 charter members, 11 others were added during 1872. This Victorian Gothic Revival building was erected 1884-85 of pine and cypress lumber bought in Houston and hauled here by oxwagons. It was dedicated Feb. 7, 1885. In 100 years, 37 pastors have served the congregation. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1972

Marker Details

Address 193 CR 127
Location Description From Perry, take FM 1240 east about 2 mi.
Marker # 3991
Dedicated 1972
Size, Type Medallion and Plate
Code churches; Methodist (Methodist Episcopal and United Methodist) denomination; Gothic Revial (Architectural style)
Latitude, Longitude 31.434804, -96.891109

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