Greater Heights in Houston in Harris County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church
Members met in a hardware store before erecting a building on Allston Street on lots donated by the Rev. Rogers’ widow and her daughter. In 1921, construction began on a new, two-story building on property donated by O.M. Carter at 19th and Yale streets. A final move occurred in 1948, when a new church building was completed on Heights Boulevard.
Under the leadership of the Rev. Haskin V. Little, St. Andrew’s experienced congregational growth and expanded its outreach programs. The Rev. Little served as rector from 1952 to 1977, and as rector emeritus until his death in 2000. From 1962-1965, the church participated in the Diocesan Cuban Refugee Resettlement Program, providing for a Cuban family. Other notable programs include St. Andrew’s co-sponsorship and support of Heights Towers (1975) and Heights House (1980), two high-rise apartment buildings providing housing for low-income elderly individuals. Church members have reached out extensively to those in need in the Heights community, and have supported local and international missions. Today, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church continues to have a positive impact on the Heights neighborhood and the city of Houston at large.
Erected 2010 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 16429.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical year for this entry is 1911.
Location. 29° 48.16′ N, 95° 23.891′ W. Marker is in Houston, Texas, in Harris County. It is in Greater Heights. Marker is at the intersection of Heights Boulevard and West 19th Street, on the right when traveling south on Heights Boulevard. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1819 Heights Boulevard, Houston TX 77008, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Daniel Denton Cooley (within shouting distance of this marker); Houston Heights Woman's Club (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Reagan Masonic Lodge No. 1037 A.F. & A.M. (approx. 0.2 miles away); David Barker House (approx. 0.2 miles away); Heights Church of Christ (approx. 0.2 miles away); Cooley School (approx. ¼ mile away); Grace United Methodist Church (approx. 0.6 miles away); Houston Heights City Hall and Fire Station (approx. 0.7 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Houston.
Credits. This page was last revised on October 15, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 15, 2023, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas. This page has been viewed 47 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 15, 2023, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas.