Historical MarkerSt. Paul Luthern Church
Mason · Mason County · Dedicated 1972 · THC Atlas #5319011292
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Marker Inscription
Descendants of German pioneers who settled this area in 1850s hold membership in this church. As early as 1853, missionaries such as pastor Philip Zizelmann who rode a donkey, held services in settlers' homes. Church was organized with 13 members on Feb. 15, 1872. On March 17, 1872, a lot was donated; first building was soon erected by the members. Present native stone structure, built 1905 in traditional style, was remodeled and enlarged 1953. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1972
About this site
St. Paul Luthern Church is a historical marker in Mason, Mason County, dedicated in 1972. It is one of 37 historical markers documented in Mason County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 67 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 30.7388, -99.2258 near Mason. The nearest cataloged historic site is Rudolph and Therese Runge House (historical marker), about 0.2 miles away. Others within a short drive include Fort Mason, Mason County, and Mason National Bank.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5319011292. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
