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Blanco Methodist Church

Blanco, Blanco County

Marker Text

Organized, 1854, by Rev. Daniel Rawls, Methodist circuit rider. Six charter members. Worship was held in log cabin and frame building until 1882. Present structure erected, dedicated, 1883. Still serves as church sanctuary. Native limestone hauled 10 miles from quarry by ox cart and wagon team. Unique cornerstone is laid above east doorway arch. Tower bell is same as installed in 1883. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, 1967

Marker Details

Address 61 Pecan St
Location Description corner of 1st and Pecan Street in Blanco
Marker # 431
Dedicated 1967
Size, Type Medallion and Plate
Code Methodist (Methodist Episcopal and United Methodist) denomination; eccesiastical buildings; churches
Latitude, Longitude 30.095108, -98.422125

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