Wichita Falls in Wichita County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

First Baptist Church of Wichita Falls

Photographed by James Hulse, October 26, 2025

1. First Baptist Church of Wichita Falls Marker

Inscription. Begun under the direction of the Rev. H.M. Burroughs in 1883, this church was organized in a log schoolhouse with eight charter members. Work on this sanctuary, the third for the congregation, was begun in 1919. Designed with classical elements, the building was completed two years later. The First Baptist Church has been a vital force in the development of Wichita Falls and has become a denominational leader through its dramatic growth. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1982

Erected 1982 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 1684.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1883.

Location. 33° 54.501′ N, 98° 29.773′ W. Marker is in Wichita Falls, Texas, in Wichita County. It is at the intersection of 9th Street and Burnett Street, on the right when traveling west on 9th Street. The marker is located at the west corner of the front entrance of the church. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1200 9th Street, Wichita Falls TX 76301, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Big Country.

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 Comanchería,

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: Frank Kell Home (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Anderson House (about 400 feet away); Church of the Good Shepherd

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(about 600 feet away); Spanish War Veterans Statue (approx. 0.2 miles away); First United Methodist Church of Wichita Falls (approx. ¼ mile away); First County Officials (approx. ¼ mile away); Texas Governor James V. Allred (approx. ¼ mile away); Joseph Hudson Barwise (approx. ¼ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Wichita Falls.

First Baptist Church of Wichita Falls and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by James Hulse, October 26, 2025

2. First Baptist Church of Wichita Falls and Marker

The view of the First Baptist Church of Wichita Falls and marker from the street image. Click for full size.

Photographed by James Hulse, October 26, 2025

3. The view of the First Baptist Church of Wichita Falls and marker from the street

The front view of the First Baptist Church of Wichita Falls image. Click for full size.

Photographed by James Hulse, October 26, 2025

4. The front view of the First Baptist Church of Wichita Falls

Credits. This page was last revised on October 27, 2025. It was originally submitted on October 27, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 55 times since then and 26 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on October 27, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.