First United Methodist Church — Austin

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First United Methodist Church — Austin

Historic Church TX • Travis County County
Description
Downtown Austin Methodist congregation dating to 1840; present Romanesque Revival church dedicated 1884 at 11th and Brazos.
Historical Notes
One of Austin's oldest Protestant congregations. The 1884 building by architect Oscar Ruffini (with partner) anchors the historic government district. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark; congregation traces to Methodist circuit riders in the Republic of Texas.
Status / Verification preserved — Verified

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