First Christian Church of Detroit - Detroit, TX - This Old Church on Waymarking.com

The sanctuary is a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, and the Texas Historical Marker here provides some background:

This congregation was organized by the Rev. A. H. Darnell in 1901, soon after the town of Bennett Station became known as Detroit. Darnell then served as first pastor of the fellowship and provided leadership for the construction of this sanctuary the following year. Built of lumber cut in nearby mills, the Carpenter Gothic structure features lancet windows and a corner tower entry with a gable over the doors.

Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 01/01/1902 Age of Church building determined by?: Cornerstone or plaque If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Disciples of Christ If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Sunday Street address of Church: 155 1st St NW Detroit, TX USA 75436 Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link] If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: Not listed Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: Not Listed Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: Not listed

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