Calvert in Robertson County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
The Church of the Epiphany
Photographed by James Hulse, March 3, 2021
1. The Church of the Epiphany Marker
Organized June 6, 1870, by Bishop Gregg. Oldest church edifice erected in Calvert; has been used continuously since Parish was founded.
Fine wood scrollwork and lancet windows compliment the Victorian architecture.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1967
Erected 1967 by State Historical Survey Committee. (Marker Number 10913.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical date for this entry is June 6, 1870.
Location. 30° 58.778′ N, 96° 40.187′ W. Marker is in Calvert, Texas, in Robertson County. It is at the intersection of Gregg Street and Elm Street, on the left when traveling east on Gregg Street. The marker is located at the right side of the front entrance to the Church. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 501 Gregg Street, Calvert TX 77837, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Prairies & Lakes Region. It is also in the American South. Globally, it is in North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the Republic of Texas, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Howard House (within shouting distance of this marker); Randolph-Field Place (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Former Calvert Courthouse (about 500 feet away); The Parish Carriage House (about 600 feet away); First Baptist Church (about 700 feet away);
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Photographed by James Hulse, March 3, 2021
2. The Church of the Epiphany and Marker
Photographed by James Hulse, March 3, 2021
3. The view of the Church of the Epiphany from the road
Credits. This page was last revised on March 10, 2021. It was originally submitted on March 10, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 382 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 10, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
