Coryell County Historical Marker First Christian Church

First Christian Church

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The First Christian Church of Gatesville had its beginnings in the 1880s. Officially organized in 1892, the congregation built this structure and met here until it disbanded in 1972. The building continued in use as a house of worship for other groups for several years until it was deeded to the Coryell County Museum in 1990. The building exhibits well-crafted elements of the Greek Revival style in its arched windows and steeply pitched roof.

Marker placed 1992 – Texas Historic Landmark

Note: This structure, which was located on Leon Street next to the old Scott’s Funeral Home, was burned to the ground by an arsonist in September of 2011. The historical marker and medallion, which were once attached to the building, are now on exhibit at the Coryell Museum and Historical Center.