Marker Inscription
Congregation formed by local settlers in 1850s. First known pastor was the Rev. J. H. Perry, in 1870. Among early members were families of Isaac Steen, J. Hogue Pierson, J. A. Eidson, Thomas Dean, and Dr. George F. Perry. Pioneer ministers of the Waco circuit braved hostile Indians to serve this church. In 1871 a band stole the horse of William Monk at Indian Creek, forcing him to walk 12 miles to Brownwood. Members worshipped in various places, then built frame church on this site about 1887. Present structure was erected 1924; wing for Sunday School was added 1953.
About this site
United Methodist Church is a historical marker in Hamilton, Hamilton County, dedicated in 1970. It is one of 40 historical markers documented in Hamilton County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 48 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 31.7066, -98.1272 near Hamilton. The nearest cataloged historic site is Waerenskjold, Elise (historical marker), about 0.2 miles away. Others within a short drive include Hamilton County Courthouse, Hamilton National bank, and First Baptist Church of Hamilton.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5193005599. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
