Winnsboro in Wood County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
First Baptist Church of Winnsboro
Photographed By Mark Hilton, September 1, 2019
1. First Baptist Church of Winnsboro Marker
Inscription.
First Baptist Church of Winnsboro. . This congregation, organized as the Providence Baptist Church in 1872, changed its name to First Baptist Church in 1880. A small sanctuary built nearby in 1880 was replaced by a brick building at this site in 1904. Prominent Baptist theologian the Rev. Dr. George W. Truett held memorable services here in 1907. An education building was added in 1934. The 1904 sanctuary was replaced in 1960 and since that time other facilities have been acquired. First Baptist has historically supported local and foreign missions and continues to provide spiritual guidance to the community.
This congregation, organized as the Providence Baptist Church in 1872, changed its name to First Baptist Church in 1880. A small sanctuary built nearby in 1880 was replaced by a brick building at this site in 1904. Prominent Baptist theologian the Rev. Dr. George W. Truett held memorable services here in 1907. An education building was added in 1934. The 1904 sanctuary was replaced in 1960 and since that time other facilities have been acquired. First Baptist has historically supported local and foreign missions and continues to provide spiritual guidance to the community.
Erected 1992 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 8956.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical year for this entry is 1872.
Location. 32° 57.51′ N, 95° 17.476′ W. Marker is in Winnsboro, Texas, in Wood County. Marker is at the intersection of West Elm Street and North Mill Street on West Elm Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 207 West Elm Street, Winnsboro TX 75494, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on September 9, 2019. It was originally submitted on September 9, 2019, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. This page has been viewed 221 times since then and 23 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on September 9, 2019, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.
