St. Mary's Episcopal Church - Lampasas, TX
Posted by: WalksfarTX
N 31° 03.839 W 098° 10.850
14R E 578150 N 3436981
Described as Victorian Gothic in style, St. Mary’s is built on a simple rectangular plan with the altar at the east end.
Waymark Code: WM14ZVT
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 09/19/2021
Views: 2
Historical Marker:
Built 1884 of native limestone. Oldest church in area still in use. Modeled after Gothic church in Rugby, England, birthplace of W. T. Campbell, pioneer communicant. Other parish founders include: A. H. Barnes, Dr. J. C. Bierbower, T. H. Haynie, W. C. Price, J. F. White, J. E. Raiburne, and W. H. Webber. Interior decor including oaken altar and pews is original. Sanctuary enhanced by famous Tintoretto panel.
Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 01/01/1884
Age of Church building determined by?: Cornerstone or plaque
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: 10:00 AM
Street address of Church: 501 S Chestnut St. Lampasas, TX USA 76550
Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link]
If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Not listed
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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