Ladonia in Fannin County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Little Bethel Baptist Church
Photographed By James Hulse, September 28, 2023
1. Little Bethel Baptist Church Marker
Inscription.
Little Bethel Baptist Church was established in the community of Stall Cup, outside of Ladonia, on April 14, 1912. At that time, there was no nearby church for African Americans living in southeast Fannin County. Around 1932, Deacon John Marshall moved Little Bethel to Ladonia because poor road conditions were affecting the church's membership. In 1938, several members purchased the current property and a church building was constructed to replace the previous structure that had burned down. For 100 years, the Little Bethel Baptist Church has served, and continues to serve, Ladonia and surrounding communities with charity, leadership, and spiritual guidance.
Little Bethel Baptist Church was established in the community of Stall Cup, outside of Ladonia, on April 14, 1912. At that time, there was no nearby church for African Americans living in southeast Fannin County. Around 1932, Deacon John Marshall moved Little Bethel to Ladonia because poor road conditions were affecting the church's membership. In 1938, several members purchased the current property and a church building was constructed to replace the previous structure that had burned down. For 100 years, the Little Bethel Baptist Church has served, and continues to serve, Ladonia and surrounding communities with charity, leadership, and spiritual guidance.
Erected 2012 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 17324.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Churches & Religion. A significant historical date for this entry is April 14, 1912.
Location. 33° 25.42′ N, 95° 57.374′ W. Marker is in Ladonia, Texas, in Fannin County. Marker is at the intersection of South Wilson Street and State Highway 34 on South Wilson Street. The marker is located in front of the church. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 120 S Wilson Street, Ladonia TX 75449, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 7 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Ladonia (approx. half a mile away); Bethel Lodge No. 134 A.F. & A.M.
Also see . . . Ladonia, TX. Texas State Historical Association (TSHA) (Submitted on October 9, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)
Photographed By James Hulse, September 28, 2023
2. The Little Bethel Baptist Church and Marker
Photographed By James Hulse, September 28, 2023
3. Little Bethel Baptist Church and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on April 16, 2024. It was originally submitted on October 9, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 179 times since then and 139 times this year. It was the Marker of the Week April 14, 2024. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on October 9, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
