Floydada in Floyd County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
First Methodist Church of Floydada
After the county was organized in 1890 and Floydada was named county seat, the Northwest Conference of the Methodist Church established a congregation here. Initially served by The Rev. W. F. Ford, the membership held worship services in the local schoolhouse.
In 1902 a community church was erected in the 300 block of N. Main Street. Although legally owned by the Methodists, the sanctuary was also used by other denominations in town. The building was moved to this site in 1913 and replaced by a red brick structure in 1918.
As the congregation continued to grow, plans were made for larger church facilities. New buildings were erected beginning in 1953, and the red brick church was eventually razed.
For over one hundred years, the First Methodist Church of Floydada has served the community with worship, educational, and outreach programs.
Erected 1990 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 1753.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical year for this entry is 1890.
Location. 33° 58.922′ N, 101° 20.193′ W. Marker is in Floydada, Texas, in Floyd County. Marker is at the intersection of South 5th Street and West Kentucky Street, on the right when traveling south on South 5th Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 203 West Kentucky Street, Floydada TX 79235, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Floydada Lodge No. 712, A. F. & A. M. (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Floydada Chapter No. 31, Order of the Eastern Star (about 500 feet away); First Baptist Church of Floydada (about 600 feet away); First National Bank of Floydada (approx. 0.2 miles away); Commercial Hotel (approx. ¼ mile away); Organization of Floyd County (approx. ¼ mile away); Dolphin Ward Floyd (approx. ¼ mile away); Floydada, Texas (approx. 0.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Floydada.
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