Onalaska First United Methodist Church

This church was established in 1908 on land deeded by William Carlisle, the owner of the Carlisle-Pennel Lumber Company which organized the community of Onalaska. L.O. Jackson, superintendent of the lumber company, oversaw the church building and aided in the growth of both Methodist and Baptist congregations in Onalaska. The community and congregation thrived until the area's lumber industry declined following World War I. Nearby Lake Livingston was built in 1968 and by the 1970s, the church once again experienced substantial growth. Today, Onalaska First United Methodist Church continues to serve the community as a spiritual leaders. (2008)

Onalaska First United Methodist Church is a historical marker in Onalaska, Polk County, dedicated in 2008. It is one of 49 historical markers documented in Polk County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 134 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 30.8032, -95.1169 near Onalaska. The nearest cataloged historic site is St Andrews (cemetery), about 2.0 miles away. Others within a short drive include Magnolia Cemetery, Wright Cemetery, and Beulah.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5507014856. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.