Zion Missionary Baptist Church

Founded in 1919, this church has played an important role in the African American community of Lake Como in Fort Worth. The congregation erected this building in 1923, and that same year, the Rev. G. W. Burton began his long pastorate through 1966, years in which the church grew as a leader in the community. He was followed by the Rev. J. W. Briscoe, Sr., who served until 1992. Over the years, the congregation deeply affected the city through social, civic and public involvement. Members also contributed to the economy through Lake Como entrepreneurship. A spiritual leader in the Civil Rights era, the church today continues to play a vital spiritual role in the community. (2006)

Zion Missionary Baptist Church is a historical marker in Fort Worth, Tarrant County, dedicated in 2006. It is one of 358 historical markers documented in Tarrant County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 501 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 32.7206, -97.4082 near Fort Worth. The nearest cataloged historic site is Lake Como Cemetery (cemetery), about 0.3 miles away. Others within a short drive include Curzon Place, Fairfield Gates Apartments, and Gandy.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5507013585. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.