Brownsville in Cameron County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

First Presbyterian Church

of Brownsville

Photographed by James Hulse, April 19, 2023

1. First Presbyterian Church Marker

Inscription. This church organized by the Rev. Hiram Chamberlain and 19 charter members in 1850, is Brownsville's oldest Presbyterian congregation. Services were held on a river boat and in several sanctuaries before this structure was built by the San Antonio construction company in 1927. A well preserved example of a 20th century Gothic Revival sanctuary, it features cast stone detailing Gothic arches and windows and irregularly arranged tower and bays. The congregation continues to serve the area. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1993

Erected 1993 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 1830.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1850.

Location. 25° 54.562′ N, 97° 30.428′ W. Marker is in Brownsville, Texas, in Cameron County. It is at the intersection of West Elizabeth Street (Business U.S. 77) and Palm Blvd, on the left when traveling west on West Elizabeth Street. The marker is located on the front of the church by the street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 435 Palm Blvd, Brownsville TX 78520, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in South Texas.

It is also in the American South

and on the Gulf Coast.

Globally, it is in North America,

a Gulf of Mexico state,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain,

the Republic of Texas,

and one of the Confederate States of America.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: A different marker also named First Presbyterian Church (here, next to this marker);

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Brownsville High School (within shouting distance of this marker); Manautou Residence (within shouting distance of this marker); Manautou House (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Manautou House (within shouting distance of this marker); Old Brownsville High School (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Church of the Advent (about 300 feet away); a different marker also named Church of the Advent (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Brownsville.

The First Presbyterian Church and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by James Hulse, April 19, 2023

2. The First Presbyterian Church and Marker

The First Presbyterian Church image. Click for full size.

Photographed by James Hulse, April 19, 2023

3. The First Presbyterian Church

Credits. This page was last revised on April 28, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 28, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 497 times since then and 48 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on April 28, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.