First Presbyterian Church

One of the oldest church congregations in Victoria, the First Presbyterian Church was organized on October 2, 1841, by the Rev. William C. Blair and eight charter members. The first house of worship was built in the 1840s across from DeLeon Plaza. Worship and educational programs were increased as the church experienced steady growth. The Ladies Aid Benevolent Society was organized in 1872. One year later a new sanctuary was built at the corner of Forest and Liberty Streets. It continued to serve the congregation until 1923, when a red brick structure was completed one block north at Goodwin and Liberty Streets. The church relocated to this site in 1966. Throughout its history, this congregation has served the community with variety of worship, educational, mission, and outreach programs. The women of the church, under various names over the years, have contributed much to the life of the congregation. In addition to the Sunday school, youth programs have included the establishment of the Presbyterian day school in 1946 and scout troops. This church was instrumental in organizing new Presbyterian congregations in Victoria and nearby communities. (1991)

First Presbyterian Church is a historical marker in Victoria, Victoria County, dedicated in 1991. It is one of 99 historical markers documented in Victoria County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 240 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 28.8173, -97.0015 near Victoria. The nearest cataloged historic site is Smith, William Robert (historical marker), about 0.2 miles away. Others within a short drive include Callender Home, Linn, John J., and Memorial Park Cemetery.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5469001849. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.