Marker Inscription
Established as a Mission in 1888, by Father Edward Brucklin, who became first resident priest in 1892. An earlier frame structure was replaced by this stately sanctuary in 1913, under direction of Father Joseph Szymanski (1873-1948), who served the congregation for 42 years. The imposing edifice was constructed of Elgin brick by Italian and Mexican craftsmen directed by contractors L. M. and J. C. Dielmann of San Antonio. The Gothic revival architectural style reflects the central European heritage of the Czechoslovakian and German settlers.
About this site
Saint Michael's Catholic Church is a historical marker in Weimar, Colorado County, dedicated in 1975. It is one of 110 historical markers documented in Colorado County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 129 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 29.7084, -96.7804 near Weimar. The nearest cataloged historic site is Weimar Railroad Depot (historical marker), about under a tenth of a mile away. Others within a short drive include Weimar, Holman-Seifert Homestead, and Borden, John Pettit.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5089004474. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
