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First Presbyterian Church

Palestine, Anderson County

Marker Text

Organized Nov. 3, 1849, with 18 charter members, by the great pioneer leaders, Revs. Daniel Baker and John May Becton, home missionaries. This Gothic building of handmade brick was erected in 1888; enlarged since by two additions. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1966

Marker Details

Address 410 Avenue A
Location Description
Marker # 8751
Dedicated 1966
Size, Type Medallion & Plate
Code churches; Presbyterian denomination; Gothic Revial (Architectural style)
Latitude, Longitude 31.764793, -95.627763

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