Sundance Square in Fort Worth in Tarrant County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
First Methodist Church Building
Photographed By Denise Boose, May 20, 2010
1. First Methodist Church Building Marker
Inscription.
First Methodist Church Building. . Initially a wood frame structure constructed in 1874, this “Fourth Street Church” was completed in 1887 of brick and limestone. Admired by many, the building was chronicled as “A very imposing structure in the Town of Fort Worth, with two inspiring spires which reach towards heaven.” It is possibly the oldest existing brick structure in Tarrant County. Years after it was built this last remaining portion of the church was enclosed in a larger warehouse building and upon demolition of the warehouse in 1988 was uncovered and saved as a symbol of this community's vibrant history.
Initially a wood frame structure constructed in 1874, this “Fourth Street Church” was completed in 1887 of brick and limestone. Admired by many, the building was chronicled as “A very imposing structure in the Town of Fort Worth, with two inspiring spires which reach towards heaven.” It is possibly the oldest existing brick structure in Tarrant County. Years after it was built this last remaining portion of the church was enclosed in a larger warehouse building and upon demolition of the warehouse in 1988 was uncovered and saved as a symbol of this community's vibrant history.
Erected by Sundance Square.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical year for this entry is 1874.
Location. 32° 45.338′ N, 97° 19.707′ W. Marker is in Fort Worth, Texas, in Tarrant County. It is in Sundance Square. Marker is at the intersection of East 4th Street and Grove Street, on the left when traveling west on East 4th Street. This structure is part of the Fort Worth Police Department. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 445 E 4th St, Fort Worth TX 76102, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 2, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 4, 2012, by Denise Boose of Tehachapi, California. This page has been viewed 570 times since then and 28 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on March 4, 2012, by Denise Boose of Tehachapi, California. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
