​First Baptist Church
​of Rice

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Marker No: 7194

Aluminum 18 x 28 Subject Marker 

Geographic: ​32° 14.543′ N, 96° 29.881′ W

Marker Text: ​On Feb. 21, 1875, three years after a rail line was built to the area, a group of local residents met to organize this congregation. Early worship services were conducted in the community schoolhouse. In 1894 a sanctuary was constructed at this site on land acquired from Rice Institute, a Houston organization founded by railroadman William Marsh Rice, for whom this town was named. For over a century, the First Baptist Church has led in the development of the area. Its role in the community continues to reflect the ideals of its pioneer founders. (1983)

Location: 201 South Dallas Street, Rice