Alice in Jim Wells County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
First United Methodist Church
Photographed By Brian Anderson, February 20, 2022
1. First United Methodist Church Marker
In the 1870s, Methodist Circuit Rider A.H. Sutherland held camp meetings in the area. By 1883, before the establishment of Alice, attendees of the meetings began to conduct worship services under a brush arbor. Meetings moved to a railroad car and later to members' houses before a church and educational building was completed in 1891. Members dedicated new sanctuaries in 1896, 1934 and 1958. First United Methodist Church has a rich tradition of outreach; members have participated in local and global missions. They have also aided victims of floods and hurricanes. Though the community has experienced periods of growth and decline, First United Methodist Church has remained a faithful presence in the Alice community.Erected 2009 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 15695.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical year for this entry is 1891.
Location. 27° 45.095′ N, 98° 4.342′ W. Marker is in Alice, Texas, in Jim Wells County. Marker is on North Adams Street, on the right when traveling
Photographed By Brian Anderson, February 20, 2022
2. First United Methodist Church
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Alice (within shouting distance of this marker); First Baptist Church of Alice (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); First Presbyterian Church of Alice (about 300 feet away); Jim Wells County Courthouse (about 700 feet away); Jose de Escandon (approx. 0.2 miles away); McGill Brothers Building (approx. 0.2 miles away); Jim Wells County (approx. 0.9 miles away); Alice Cemetery (approx. one mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Alice.
Credits. This page was last revised on April 22, 2022. It was originally submitted on April 22, 2022, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas. This page has been viewed 71 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 22, 2022, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas.
