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.
First Presbyterian Church. of Brownsville. 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
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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: Churches & Religion. 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. Marker 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.
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); Brownsville High School
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 89 times since then and 35 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on April 28, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
