​First United Methodist Church

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Marker No: 10271

Medallion & Plate

Texas Historic Landmark

National Register of Historic Places

Marker Text: ​First church in Hays county. Organized August 5, 1847, with 9 charter members, by circuit rider A.B.F. Kerr in home of John D. Pitts. Growing congregation moved by 1849 to a log house used for church, courthouse, and school; braved wild animals and Indians to hold worship. 
       The first church building was erected on present site, 1855; second, 1872. Present building-an excellent example of Gothic revival style-was built in 1893. (1970) 

Geographic: 29.882816,-97.941643

Location: 129 West Hutchison Street, San Marcos