First Baptist Church - Plainview, TX
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N 34° 11.282 W 101° 42.272
14S E 250759 N 3786312
A large church complex made up of the original sanctuary, a new sanctuary, and an education building.
Waymark Code: WM1356R
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 09/18/2020
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Historical Marker:
Organized on November 23, 1890, Plainview Baptist Church began with eleven charter members. The new congregation called the Rev. I.B. Kimbrough as pastor, and they soon erected their first church building at the intersection of Austin and Fourth streets. The growth of the church closely paralleled that of the city, which grew considerably after a branch of the Santa Fe Railroad was built through town in 1907 and the area's first irrigation well was dug. In a 1911 state charter the church was named First Missionary Baptist Church of Plainview. Programs for local church members were expanded, and the congregation actively supported domestic and foreign missionary activities. Continued growth led to the construction of this building in 1927, and the name was changed once again in 1929 to First Baptist Church of Plainview.
This Classical Revival sanctuary features two entry porticos, a cast stone cornice, and classical pediment. Continued growth over the years led to the acquisition of adjacent property and the construction of additional church facilities, including the Memorial Educational Building in 1950.
Date Built: 01/01/1927
Age of Church building determined by?: Cornerstone or plaque
Service Times:
No in person services. Online services at Facebook, YouTube & firstplainview.com
Website: [Web Link]
Church Address:
725 Austin St
Plainview, TX USA
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