Kilgore in Gregg County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
First Baptist Church of Kilgore
The church's first sanctuary was constructed in 1906, during the pastorate of the Rev. J.A. Lee. It served the small village congregation for nearly 30 years, until the Kilgore oil boom of the 1930s increased tremendously both the population of the town and the membership of the First Baptist Church. The original church building, located at South Martin and Main streets, was sold in 1931. The congregation met for worship services and Sunday School in the homes of its members and in various public buildings until a new brick structure was completed at this site in 1933.
Throughout its history the First Baptist Church of Kilgore has actively supported home and foreign missions, assisting in the formation of several other local Baptist fellowships. As an integral part of this community, the congregation has grown and developed to provide service and leadership for the changing needs of the people of Kilgore.
Erected 1986 by Texas Historical Commission . (Marker Number 9950.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion.
Location. 32° 23.106′ N, 94° 52.337′ W. Marker is in Kilgore, Texas, in Gregg County. Marker is at the intersection of East North Street and Wood Street, on the right when traveling west on East North Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 501 East North Street, Kilgore TX 75662, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. St. Luke's United Methodist Church (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Site of Alexander Institute (about 500 feet away); Kilgore National Bank Building (approx. ¼ mile away); Removal (approx. ¼ mile away); During Drilling (approx. ¼ mile away); Drilling Completed, 1940 (approx. ¼ mile away); Before 1937 Drilling Began (approx. ¼ mile away); World's Richest Acre (approx. ¼ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Kilgore.
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