Blanco in Blanco County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
First Baptist Church
Of Blanco
Photographed By James Hulse, March 21, 2022
1. First Baptist Church Marker
Inscription.
First Baptist Church. Of Blanco. Led by Mr. and Mrs. Robert Silliman and the Rev. Joseph Bird (1821-1909), this congregation was organized on November 6, 1859, with five charter members. Worship services were held in a Union church shared with the local Methodist and Church of Christ congregations until 1902, when the Baptists purchased land and built a frame sanctuary. It was replaced in 1951, and the congregation built a new facility at this site in 1975. Throughout its history, the First Baptist Church of Blanco has emphasized worship programs and missionary activities.
Led by Mr. and Mrs. Robert Silliman and the Rev. Joseph Bird (1821-1909), this congregation was organized on November 6, 1859, with five charter members. Worship services were held in a Union church shared with the local Methodist and Church of Christ congregations until 1902, when the Baptists purchased land and built a frame sanctuary. It was replaced in 1951, and the congregation built a new facility at this site in 1975. Throughout its history, the First Baptist Church of Blanco has emphasized worship programs and missionary activities.
Erected 1991 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 1617.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical date for this entry is November 6, 1859.
Location. 30° 6.06′ N, 98° 25.805′ W. Marker is in Blanco, Texas, in Blanco County. Marker is at the intersection of Terri Lane and 4th Street (Farm to Market Road 1623), on the left when traveling north on Terri Lane. The marker is located on the eastern section of the church grounds near Terri Lane. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1200 4th Street, Blanco TX 78606, United States of America. Touch for directions.
3. The view of the First Baptist Church Marker from the street
Credits. This page was last revised on March 23, 2022. It was originally submitted on March 23, 2022, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 135 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on March 23, 2022, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
