Riviera in Kleberg County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Riviera United Methodist Church
Photographed By Brian Anderson, February 19, 2022
1. Riviera United Methodist Church Marker
Inscription.
Riviera United Methodist Church. . On March 27, 1910, three years after Riviera was established, the Rev. C. W. Perkins organized this congregation with 31 charter members. Originally named Riviera Methodist Episcopal Church, South, the fellowship met in a one-room schoolhouse until the church building was completed in 1912. The congregation served a vegetable and citrus farming area that spread over 18,800 acres. Despite hurricanes and drought, which have caused the town to decline, the church, which continues to occupy its 1912 sanctuary, remains a major force in the community.
On March 27, 1910, three years after Riviera was established, the Rev. C. W. Perkins organized this congregation with 31 charter members. Originally named Riviera Methodist Episcopal Church, South, the fellowship met in a one-room schoolhouse until the church building was completed in 1912. The congregation served a vegetable and citrus farming area that spread over 18,800 acres. Despite hurricanes and drought, which have caused the town to decline, the church, which continues to occupy its 1912 sanctuary, remains a major force in the community.
Erected 1983 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 4282.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical date for this entry is March 27, 1910.
Location. 27° 17.847′ N, 97° 48.73′ W. Marker is in Riviera, Texas, in Kleberg County. Marker is at the intersection of Cypress Street and South 8th Street, on the right when traveling east on Cypress Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 231 Cypress Street, Riviera TX 78379, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on March 7, 2022. It was originally submitted on March 7, 2022, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas. This page has been viewed 158 times since then and 34 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on March 7, 2022, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas.
