churches; Baptist denomination; eccesiastical buildings; design and construction; Gothic Revial (architectural style); African American topics
Marker Year
1986
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark
Yes
Marker Location
210 Harding St., Fort Worth
Private Property
No
Marker Condition
In Situ
Marker Size
RTHL medallion and plate
Marker Text
Founded in 1895 by the Rev. J. Francis Robinson and members of Mt. Gilead Baptist Church, St. James Baptist Church, first met in the local Y.M.C.A. building. Construction of this building began in 1913, and services were held in the basement until the sanctuary was completed in 1918. The red brick building, featuring elements of the Gothic Revival style, is simply detailed with shallow brick reliefs and patters, cast stone, and art glass windows. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1986
