Gilliam in Caddo Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
Linda Lay Memorial
Baptist Church
Historic Site
Photographed By Jason Armstrong, March 13, 2021
1. Linda Lay Memorial Baptist Church Marker
Organized June 6, 1919, with 12 charter members, and named in honor of Mrs. Linda Lay who had been instrumental in the development of the spiritual life in the town. Constructed in 1920, dedication of the building was held on August 14, 1921. The first pastor was the Rev. J.T. King.Topics. This historical marker and memorial is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Churches & Religion. A significant historical year for this entry is 1920.
Location. 32° 49.52′ N, 93° 50.671′ W. Marker is in Gilliam, Louisiana, in Caddo Parish. Marker is on Louisiana Route 3049 south of Sartor Road, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Gilliam LA 71029, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. TS&N/T&P Railroad (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Town of Gilliam (about 700 feet away); Caddo Prairie Crossroads (about 700 feet away); Gilliam Louisiana (about 700 feet away); Gilliam United Methodist Church (approx. 0.2 miles away); Reuben Thom Douglas Home (approx. Ό mile away);
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Photographed By Jason Armstrong, March 13, 2021
2. Linda Lay Memorial Baptist Church
Credits. This page was last revised on June 4, 2021. It was originally submitted on June 4, 2021, by Jason Armstrong of Talihina, Oklahoma. This page has been viewed 161 times since then and 19 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 4, 2021, by Jason Armstrong of Talihina, Oklahoma. • Mark Hilton was the editor who published this page.
