Humboldt in Gibson County, Tennessee — The American South (East South Central)

First United Methodist Church

Photographed By Evans Givan, August 10, 2009

1. First United Methodist Church Marker

Inscription. This church is an example of Gothic Revival Architecture. The exterior of the sanctuary consists of standing buttresses, towers, a copper spire and cross, and pointed arch stained-glass windows. Transept windows were designed and installed by the renowned Jacoby Company of St. Louis in 1901. The interior features a cruciform plan and vaulted ceiling. The church was organized in 1860 in Humboldt, and in 1867 a small frame building was built east of the present sanctuary.

Erected by Tennessee Historical Commission. (Marker Number 4B 38.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. In addition, it is included in the Tennessee Historical Commission series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1901.

Location. 35° 49.261′ N, 88° 55.121′ W. Marker is in Humboldt, Tennessee, in Gibson County. Marker is at the intersection of North 12th Avenue and Crenshaw Street, on the right when traveling north on North 12th Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 200 N 12th Avenue, Humboldt TN 38343, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. 1201 Main Street (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); 1307-1309 Main Street (about 400 feet away); 1116 Main Street (about 400

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feet away); 1304 Main Street (about 500 feet away); 1317 Main Street (about 500 feet away); 1306 Main Street (about 500 feet away); 1319 Main Street (about 500 feet away); 1310 Main Street (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Humboldt.

First United Methodist Church and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Evans Givan, August 10, 2009

2. First United Methodist Church and Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on August 11, 2009, by Evans Givan of Humboldt, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 1,158 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 11, 2009, by Evans Givan of Humboldt, Tennessee. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.