First Baptist Church in Carbon

Organized under a brush arbor soon after the founding of the town of Carbon, this congregation traces its history to 1885. The Rev. W.B. Cobb served as first pastor of the church, which began with twelve charter members. Through the years the congregation has grown and established organizations such as the Woman's Missionary Society and youth programs. Members of the church have participated in area missionary activities. First Baptist Church has been part of the history of Carbon for over one hundred years. (1988)

First Baptist Church in Carbon is a historical marker in Carbon, Eastland County, dedicated in 1988. It is one of 46 historical markers documented in Eastland County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 60 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 32.2697, -98.8288 near Carbon. The nearest cataloged historic site is Carbon City Jail (historical marker), about 0.1 miles away. Others within a short drive include Long Branch Baptist Church, Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, and Kokomo School.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5133001606. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.