Huntsville in Walker County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
First Christian Church
Of Huntsville
First resident pastor was the Rev. Benton Sweeney. Who began his ministry here on January 1, 1863. The congregation moved into an existing church structure in 1871 at the corner of 11th Street and Avenue J. In 1901 it was replaced by a new structure at the site. A red brick church was dedicated in 1931 and served until the congregation moved to 19th street and Avenue R in 1963.
The longest pastorate in the church's history was held by the Rev. Edwin Curtis Boynton, who served here on three different occasions, beginning in 1899 and ending in 1949.
Membership of First Christian Church has included a number of prominent lay leaders, such as Dr. Joseph Baldwin, who became president in 1881 of what was then Sam Houston Normal Institute. The congregation continues to provide significant service and leadership to the community.
Erected 1984 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 8449.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion . A significant historical month for this entry is January 1854.
Location. 30° 42.844′ N, 95° 33.584′ W. Marker is in Huntsville, Texas, in Walker County. Marker is at the intersection of 19th Street and Avenue R on 19th Street. The marker is located at the southwest corner of the church grounds. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1800 Avenue R, Huntsville TX 77340, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. First Presbyterian Church of Huntsville (within shouting distance of this marker); Steamboat House (approx. 0.4 miles away); Joshua's Forge (approx. 0.4 miles away); Margaret Moffette Lea Houston (approx. 0.4 miles away); Woodland, Home of Sam Houston (approx. 0.4 miles away); Law Office (Sam Houston) (approx. 0.4 miles away); Roberts-Farris Log Cabin (approx. 0.4 miles away); Pritchett House (approx. half a mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Huntsville.
Credits. This page was last revised on August 26, 2021. It was originally submitted on August 26, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 130 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 26, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.