Gonzales in Gonzales County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Episcopal Church of the Messiah
Photographed by James Hulse, August 4, 2021
1. Episcopal Church of the Messiah Marker
Following early missionary efforts in the Gonzales area, the Episcopal Church of the Messiah was established in 1855. Land at this site was granted by city officials, and construction of the Gothic Revival sanctuary was completed in 1881. The original wooden belfry was replaced by the native stone bell tower in 1928. Interior furnishings include walnut woodwork produced from trees in the Guadalupe river area.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark-1981
Erected 1981 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 1491.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1855.
Location. 29° 30.113′ N, 97° 26.9′ W. Marker is in Gonzales, Texas, in Gonzales County. It is at the intersection of St. Louis Street (State Highway 146) and North Hamilton Street, on the right when traveling west on St. Louis Street. The marker is located on a stone column by the street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 721 St Louis Street, Gonzales TX 78629, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Hill Country. 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: Cemetery Square (within shouting distance of this marker); Kennard House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Charles T. Rather House
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Photographed by James Hulse, August 4, 2021
2. The sign for the Episcopal Church of the Messiah and the Marker
Photographed by James Hulse, August 4, 2021
3. The view of the Episcopal Church of the Messiah from the street
Credits. This page was last revised on August 12, 2021. It was originally submitted on August 12, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 527 times since then and 22 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on August 12, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
