First United Methodist Church - Chilicothe, TX - This Old Church on Waymarking.com

The sanctuary is a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, and a 1998 Texas Historical Marker provides some background:

Originally organized in 1886 in the Jackson Springs community, this church was first served by circuit riders C.T. Neese and J.T. Hosmer. Shortly after the Fort Worth and Denver City Railway came through Chillicothe in 1887, the Jackson Springs Church moved into town. This edifice was erected at the church's second Chillicothe location. Designed by prominent area architect Rockwell Henry Stuckey (1855-1936) in 1916, the structure features classical columns, cornice and eaves. Notable elements include the ornate stained glass windows and octagonal dome, a feature often associated with Stuckey's work. The original stained glass windows were crafted in Germany during World War I and crossed the Atlantic three times before being accepted at New York and shipped to Chillicothe by train.

Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 01/01/1916 Age of Church building determined by?: Cornerstone or plaque If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Methodist If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Sunday Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: 8:45 AM Street address of Church: 301 Avenue J Chillicothe, TX USA 79225 Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link] If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: Not listed Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: Not listed

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