Church Hill United Methodist Church
In 1839 this congregation was organized with the Rev. Claugh Waterfield as pastor. The first member was 14-year-old William F. Richards. The Rev. William Craig began the 300-mile church hill circuit in 1843. John Robertson, John Strong, and Samuel Wasson set aside this 27-acre plot for a church and schoolhouse in 1852. When the structure was erected in 1879, there were about 12 dirt-floored houses built nearby for families during camp meetings. The "Academy," which served as the schoolhouse, is used as the educational building.
32.1928° N, 94.6657° W
Where to Find It
8 mi. east of Henderson via SH 43, east on FM 1251
Nearby Markers
- 1.5 mi S John Strong and Mary Ann (Whatley) Strong Henderson
- 1.5 mi S Strong Cemetery Henderson
- 2.7 mi NW Antioch Henderson
- 2.9 mi NW New Prospect Baptist Church and Cemetery Henderson
- 3 mi N Wright's Cemetery Henderson
- 3.5 mi SE Blossom Hill United Methodist Church Henderson