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One of the first buildings constructed in Kildare; now the oldest existing one n town. Erected jointly 1878 by the Baptist Church and Jim's Bayou Lodge # 491 A.F. & A.M. Builders were Skillman and Bricker. In continuous use since 1878, structure is of heart cypress, selected for extreme durability. Although church moved in 1950's, building still serves as Lodge Hall and recreation facility. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 169
Masonic Lodge Hall and First Baptist Church is a historical marker in Kildare, Cass County, dedicated in 1969. It is one of 28 historical markers documented in Cass County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 91 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 32.9444, -94.2493 near Kildare. The nearest cataloged historic site is Kildare Cemetery (cemetery), about 0.4 miles away. Others within a short drive include Ferrell, Whittaker Memorial Cemetery, and St. Paul Cemetery.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5067009826. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
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