Bonham in Fannin County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

First Christian Church of Bonham

Photographed By James Hulse, September 27, 2023

1. First Christian Church of Bonham Marker

Inscription. Congregation organized in 1868 by Charles Carlton (1821-1902). Born in England, he was educated in West Virginia under Alexander Campbell, founder of Disciples of Christ movement.

Carlton moved to Bonham in 1867 and here organized Carlton College. First Christian Church was established on May 31, 1868, with 27 charter members.

This lot was bought from Col. Jack R. Russell in 1877, and a frame building was erected in 1878. Present classical revival structure was built in 1912. The Rev. Charles M. Schoonover was minister at its dedication.

Erected 1971 by State Historical Survey Committee. (Marker Number 8877.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical date for this entry is May 31, 1868.

Location. 33° 34.814′ N, 96° 10.756′ W. Marker is in Bonham, Texas, in Fannin County. Marker is at the intersection of North Main Street and West 7th Street, on the left when traveling north on North Main Street. The marker is located at the front of the church near the street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 701 N Main Street, Bonham TX 75418, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Confederate Commissary (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); First Baptist Church (about 500 feet

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away); First Presbyterian Church U.S. (about 500 feet away); Constantine Lodge No. 13. A.F. & A.M. (about 500 feet away); Enigma in a Riddle (about 500 feet away); Site of Steger Opera House (about 600 feet away); End of the Line (about 700 feet away); First United Methodist Church of Bonham (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Bonham.

Also see . . . First Christian Church of Bonham. Fannin County Historical Commission (Submitted on October 7, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)

The First Christian Church of Bonham and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By James Hulse, September 27, 2023

2. The First Christian Church of Bonham and Marker

The view of the First Christian Church of Bonham and Marker from across the street image. Click for full size.

Photographed By James Hulse, September 27, 2023

3. The view of the First Christian Church of Bonham and Marker from across the street

Credits. This page was last revised on October 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 4, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 62 times since then and 20 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 4, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.