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In 1850s when first Catholic families came to Blanco County, worship was in homes and halls. Land was purchased in 1887. By efforts of Father Virgilius Draessel and people of Twin Sisters, this church was built and dedicated in 1889. Stone for foundation came from quarry about a mile from site. Other building materials came by wagon over 30 miles of rough roads and trails. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, 1965
Saint Mary's Help of Christians Catholic Church is a historical marker in Blanco vicinity, Blanco County, dedicated in 1965. It is one of 28 historical markers documented in Blanco County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 59 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 29.9960, -98.3927 near Blanco vicinity. The nearest cataloged historic site is St. Mary Cemetery (cemetery), about 0.1 miles away. Others within a short drive include Twin Sisters Cemetery, Bill Chicks Cemetery, and Kruckemeyer Grave.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5031004471. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
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