Marker Inscription
On June 14, 1884, a small group of Baptists, led by W. J. Priddy, D. P. Sanders, and J. C. Osborne, met to organize a Baptist church. Originally known as Richland Baptist Church, the congregation worshiped in the Richland School until 1892, when they moved a few miles northwest to the town of Mertens. Now known as Mertens Baptist Church, the membership has grown and expanded its facilities over the years. Throughout its history the congregation has provided significant service and leadership to the residents of this part of Hill County.
About this site
Mertens Baptist Church is a historical marker in Mertens, Hill County, dedicated in 1984. It is one of 104 historical markers documented in Hill County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 199 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 32.0591, -96.8958 near Mertens. The nearest cataloged historic site is Richland Cemetery (historical marker), about 2.1 miles away. Others within a short drive include Walling Family, Brandon Mill, Old, and Zollicoffer Cemetery.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5217003349. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
