Lampasas in Lampasas County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

St. Mary's Episcopal Church

Photographed By James Hulse, June 14, 2021

1. St. Mary's Episcopal Church Marker

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Built 1884 of native limestone. Oldest church in area still in use. Modeled after Gothic Church in Rugby, England, birthplace of W.T. Campbell, pioneer communicant. Other parish founders include: A.H. Barnes, Dr. J.C. Bierbower, T.H. Haynie, W.C. Price, J.F. White, J.E. Raiburne, and W.H. Webber.

Interior decor including oaken altar and pews is original. Sanctuary enhanced by famous Tintoretto panel.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1967

Erected 1967 by State Historical Survey Committee. (Marker Number 4467.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical year for this entry is 1884.

Location. 31° 3.84′ N, 98° 10.85′ W. Marker is in Lampasas, Texas, in Lampasas County. Marker is at the intersection of South Chestnut Street and Fourth Street, on the right when traveling north on South Chestnut Street. The marker is located on the right side of the front door to the Church. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 501 South Chestnut Street, Lampasas TX 76550, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this

Front entrance to St. Mary's Episcopal Church with Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By James Hulse, June 14, 2021

2. Front entrance to St. Mary's Episcopal Church with Marker

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marker. First Presbyterian Church (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Matt and Rebecca Smith House (about 300 feet away); Central Christian Church (about 400 feet away); Site of Old Opera House (about 600 feet away); First Baptist Church (about 700 feet away); Old Bell of First Baptist Church (about 700 feet away); Hart House (about 700 feet away); Manuel Hardware Building (about 800 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Lampasas.

The view o the St. Mary's Episcopal Church from the street. image. Click for full size.

Photographed By James Hulse, June 14, 2021

3. The view o the St. Mary's Episcopal Church from the street.

Credits. This page was last revised on June 18, 2021. It was originally submitted on June 18, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 96 times since then and 4 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 18, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.