McAllen in Hidalgo County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
McAllen First Methodist Church
Photographed by Dave W, January 24, 2026
1. McAllen First Methodist Church Marker
The earliest record of Methodist church activity in the lower Rio Grande Valley dates to 1849. Circuit-riding ministers served an area along the Rio Grande from Brownsville to Roma. In 1909 the Rev. C.W. Godwyn was assigned to serve Methodists in McAllen, and a small frame sanctuary was built that year. It was replaced by a larger structure in 1913. Continued growth in the congregation led to construction of the present facility in 1928. This congregation continues to be an important part of the McAllen community.
Erected 1989 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 3270.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1849.
Location. 26° 12.381′ N, 98° 14.051′ W. Marker is in McAllen, Texas, in Hidalgo County. It is at the intersection of North Main Street and Cedar Ave, on the right when traveling south on North Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 221 N Main St, McAllen TX 78501, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in South Texas. It is also in the American South. 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 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: Site of Casa de Palmas (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Casa de Palmas (about 400 feet away); Archer Park (about 500 feet away); McAllen, The Beginning (about 500 feet away); Percy Herman House (approx. 0.2 miles away); McAllen Lodge No. 1110, A.F. & A.M. (approx. Ό mile away); First Presbyterian Church of McAllen
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Photographed by Dave W, January 24, 2026
2. McAllen First Methodist Church Marker
Marker seen here to the left of the stairs.
Photographed by Dave W, January 24, 2026
3. McAllen First Methodist Church Marker
Look south along the sidewalk in front of church with marker visible just left of center frame.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 26, 2026. It was originally submitted on January 25, 2026, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. This page has been viewed 55 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on January 25, 2026, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. • James Hulse was the editor who published this page.
