First United Methodist Church of Belton
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Geographic: 31.058445, -97.462013
Location: 205 North East Street, Belton
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Marker Text: Founded in 1850 when Bell County was created, this church was part of a circuit until 1869. By the 1880, 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 foundations, it features Gothic style detailing. The original steeple was removed during remodeling in 1925. (1978)
Marker No: 1882
Medallion & Plate
Texas Historic Landmark
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