Methodist (Methodist Episcopal and United Methodist) denomination; state official; churches
Marker Year
1971
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark
No
Marker Location
SE corner W. Main and S. 9th streets
Private Property
No
Marker Condition
In Situ
Marker Size
20" x 20"
Marker Text
Congregation organized 1871 by the Rev. R. M. Leaton, with 2 charter members. Circuit riders first held services here in a picket schoolhouse. J. R. King, early Texas settler, patriot, and state legislator, gave this site in 1876 for church. Present (1937) building is fourth at the same location. (1971)