​St. Michael's
​Catholic Church

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Marker No: 4474

Aluminum 18 x 28 Subject Marker

Marker Text: ​ Established as a mission in 18883, by Father Edward Brucklin, who became first resident priest in 1892. An earlier frame structure was replaced by this stately sanctuary in 1913, under direction of Father Joseph Szmanski ( 1873-1948), who served the congregation of Elgin. Brick by Italian and Mexican craftsmen directed by contractors L.M. and J.C. Dielmann of San Antonio. the Gothic revival architectural style reflects the central European heritage of the Czechoslovakian and German settlers. (1975)

Geographic: 29.706760, -96.780365

Location: 410 North Center Street, Weimar