Rockport in Aransas County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

First Methodist Church of Rockport

Photographed by Norman Frank, March 16, 2012

1. First Methodist Church of Rockport Marker

Inscription. The Methodist Church has been in existence in Rockport since about 1870. The Rev. H.G. Horton was assigned as pastor of the Rockport Church in 1872. The original Methodist Church building, erected at the corner of Live Oak and Bay Streets, was used by a number of other congregations until their own facilities were completed. The Methodists relocated to this site in 1914 and later built new structures to meet the needs of the growing membership. With an emphasis on educational programs, this church continues to be an integral part of the community.

Erected 1991 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 1767.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1870.

Location. 28° 1.316′ N, 97° 3.204′ W. Marker is in Rockport, Texas, in Aransas County. It is at the intersection of Main Street and South Live Oak Street, on the left when traveling west on Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 801 E Main St, Rockport TX 78382, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is on the American Gulf Coast.

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: Moore House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Kline's Cafe (about 500 feet away); The Rockport Pilot (about 700

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feet away); Sorenson-Stair Building (about 800 feet away); Rockport’s Grand Hotels (about 800 feet away); Site of Aransas Hotel (about 800 feet away); The San Antonio and Aransas Pass Railroad in Rockport (approx. 0.2 miles away); Mathis House (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Rockport.

Photographed by Norman Frank, March 16, 2012

2. First Methodist Church of Rockport Marker

Photographed by Norman Frank, March 16, 2012

3. First Methodist Church of Rockport Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on October 12, 2021. It was originally submitted on March 16, 2012. This page has been viewed 1,038 times since then and 34 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 16, 2012. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.