​First United Methodist
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Marker No: 1882

Medallion & Plate

Texas Historic Landmark

Geographic: 31.058445, -97.462013

Location: 205 North East Street, Belton

Marker Text: ​  Founded in 1850 when Bell County was created, this church was part of a circuit until 1869. By the 1880s, the membership had outgrown their original church building. At Pearl and First Avenue, this larger sanctuary was erected in 1884-86, during the pastorate of the Rev. W.E. Nelms. Constructed of locally made bricks with a native stone foundation, it features Gothic style detailing. The original steeple was removed during remodeling in 1925. (1978)