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
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: Religion & Religious Structures. 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. It 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.
Regionally, this marker is in Big Country. 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, and one of the Confederate States of America.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this 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
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Another marker is no longer nearby. Hart House (was about 700 feet away but has been confirmed missing).
Photographed by James Hulse, June 14, 2021
2. Front entrance to St. Mary's Episcopal Church with Marker
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 347 times since then and 37 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 18, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
