Glidden in Colorado County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Glidden Baptist Church
Photographed By James Hulse, August 1, 2021
1. Glidden Baptist Church Marker
This congregation grew out of a community church that began meeting in the railroad town of Glidden as early as 1895. In 1906 the Glidden Missionary Baptist Church in Christ was formally organized. Members of the church called their first pastor, Oscar Ferrell, the following year. During the early years, baptisms were held in the Colorado River or in the pits at the railroad roundhouse. The Glidden Baptist Church, as the fellowship now is known, has played an important role in the community's growth and development.
Erected 1985 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 2193.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical year for this entry is 1895.
Location. 29° 42.012′ N, 96° 35.23′ W. Marker is in Glidden, Texas, in Colorado County. Marker is at the intersection of 8th Street and Brazos Street, on the left when traveling south on 8th Street. The marker is located directly in front of the entrance to the church. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 209 8th Street, Glidden TX 78943, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Glidden (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Olive Branch Baptist Church and Rocky Chapel School (approx. 0.6 miles away); Rocky Chapel
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Photographed By James Hulse, August 1, 2021
2. The Glidden Baptist Church and Marker
Photographed By James Hulse, August 1, 2021
3. The Glidden Baptist Church
Credits. This page was last revised on August 6, 2021. It was originally submitted on August 5, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 163 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on August 6, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
