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First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of Smithville

Smithville, Bastrop County

Marker Text

Formed in 1896, this congregation worshiped originally at Maney's Opera House and later shared the Cumberland Presbyterian facility. The Disciples erected this church structure in 1903. Builders were Chester H. Turney, a member of this fellowship, and his brother Major M. Turney, of the Presbyterian congregation. The building has a bell tower above the entrance vestibule. Stained glass transoms decorate the windows. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1979

Marker Details

Address 400 Burleson St
Location Description 4th and Burleson, Smithville
Marker # 9186
Dedicated 1979
Size, Type Medallion & Plate
Code eccesiastical buildings; Christian (Disciples of Christ) denominations; churches
Latitude, Longitude 30.008122, -97.16181

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