Historical MarkerFirst Presbyterian Church
Belton · Bell County · Dedicated 2011 · THC Atlas #5507016872
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Marker Inscription
On October 21, 1860, the Rev. Levi Tenney established a Presbyterian congregation in Belton with eight founding members. After meeting in several locations during its early years, property was purchased west of the intersection of Second Ave. and North Pearl St. for the construction of a church building in 1879. The church relocated in 1905-1906 to a site on North Main, and in 1964 to the intersection of Church and Greenbriar. In addition to supporting Presbyterian missions and programs, members have contributed to community projects such as the Helping Hands Ministry and Meals on Wheels. First Presbyterian today continues to serve as a spiritual leader in the Belton community.
About this site
First Presbyterian Church is a historical marker in Belton, Bell County, dedicated in 2011. It is one of 226 historical markers documented in Bell County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 411 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 31.0793, -97.4609 near Belton. The nearest cataloged historic site is North Belton (cemetery), about 0.5 miles away. Others within a short drive include North Belton Pauper, Norman Austin, and Far North Belton Cemetery.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5507016872. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
