Longview in Gregg County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
First Presbyterian Church of Longview
Photographed By Mark Hilton, September 2, 2019
1. First Presbyterian Church of Longview Marker
This church was established by nine resident members of the Old School Southern Presbyterian Church as a mission in the new town of Longview in 1872. The first church building was erected on land donated by the Texas and Pacific Railroad in 1874. The Rev. James H. Wiggins was installed as the first full-time pastor. The congregation helped establish two mission churches in the area by 1894. A new church building was constructed in 1900 and a third at this site in 1940. The congregation continues to sponsor outreach and missionary programs in Longview and in other parts of the world.Erected 1994 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 9955.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Churches & Religion • Railroads & Streetcars. A significant historical year for this entry is 1872.
Location. 32° 29.803′ N, 94° 44.385′ W. Marker is in Longview, Texas, in Gregg County. Marker is at the intersection of North Center Street and West Methvin Street, on the left when traveling north on North Center Street. Touch for map. Marker
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. "Served With Honor" (within shouting distance of this marker); General John Gregg / Texas Secession Convention (within shouting distance of this marker); O. H. Methvin, Sr. (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Courthouses of Gregg County (about 300 feet away); Gregg County Confederate Soldiers Monument (about 400 feet away); F. L. Whaley House (about 400 feet away); Banking — The Final Ingredient (about 600 feet away); Everett Building (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Longview.
Photographed By Mark Hilton, September 2, 2019
2. The First Presbyterian Church of Longview and Marker.
Credits. This page was last revised on September 4, 2019. It was originally submitted on September 4, 2019, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. This page has been viewed 212 times since then and 47 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 4, 2019, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.
