First United Methodist Church Exhibit | Celebrating 100 Years at 1201 Main Street

Step into the rich history of one of Bastrop’s most enduring landmarks with our special exhibit on Bastrop's First United Methodist Church. Explore over 100 years of faith architecture and community as we showcase rare photographs archival documents and cherished artifacts from the church’s first construction in 1851 to its modern-day role in Bastrop’s spiritual and cultural life.

Learn how this historic congregation weathered wars fires and floods all while serving as a cornerstone of the town’s identity. Whether you're a history enthusiast architecture lover or longtime resident this exhibit offers a meaningful look at the story of Bastrop through the lens of one remarkable church.

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