Union City in Branch County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

First Congregational Church

Photographed By Duane Hall, May 17, 2013

1. First Congregational Church Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

On March 7, 1837, the Reverend Calvin Clark of Homer led sixteen people in organizing the First Congregational Church of Union City. The congregation is likely the oldest of this denomination in the state. This Romanesque Revival building dates from 1862. Additions and renovations occurred over the years to accommodate a growing membership. The original pipe organ and stained glass windows were replaced during a major remodeling in 1917.

Erected 2007 by Michigan Historical Commission, Michigan Historical Center. (Marker Number L2190.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. In addition, it is included in the Michigan Historical Commission series list. A significant historical date for this entry is March 7, 1837.

Location. 42° 4.123′ N, 85° 8.117′ W. Marker is in Union City, Michigan, in Branch County. Marker is on North Broadway Street, 0.1 miles north of Allen Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 410 N Broadway St, Union City MI 49094, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance

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of this marker. Union City Civil War Monument (within shouting distance of this marker); Union City Methodist Episcopal Church (about 800 feet away, measured in a direct line); Caille Richards Company (approx. 0.2 miles away); The Broadway Bridge (approx. 0.2 miles away); First Fire Hall (approx. 0.2 miles away); The St. Joe Tavern & The Bucket (approx. 0.2 miles away); Titlow House & Parachute Factory (approx. 0.2 miles away); Riverside Hotel, Duo Coach & UCI (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Union City.

Also see . . . First Congregational UCC of Union City. (Submitted on June 10, 2013.)

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Photographed By Duane Hall, May 17, 2013

2. First Congregational Church

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on June 9, 2013, by Duane Hall of Abilene, Texas. This page has been viewed 538 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 9, 2013, by Duane Hall of Abilene, Texas. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.