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City of College Station
Historic Building Plaque A1!)llication
CrfY OF COLLEGE STATION
Historic Preservation Committee
Submit the completed application to the following address:
City of College Station, Development Services Department
11 01 Texas Avenue, P.o. Box 9960, College Station, TX 7784
I. Applicant Information
Date of Submittal
Name of Applicant
Address
Telephone
E-mail Address
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II. Owner Information
Name of Owner
Address
Telephone
E-mail Address
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III. General Building Information
Date of Construction
Architect/Designer
Builder/Contractor
Architectural Period/Style
Name of Building
Address of Building
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Legal Property Description of Current Location (Lot and Block Numbers)
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Does the building remain on its original site?
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Indicate the original and adapted uses of the building.
Original Uses
D Agriculture
D Commerce
D Education
D Government
D Healthcare
D Industrial
D Recreation
fgI Religious
D Residential
D Social
D Transportation
IV. Architectural Description
Adapted Uses
D Agriculture
D Commerce
D Education
D Government
D Healthcare
D Industrial
D Recreation
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D Social
D Transportation
A. Physical Characteristics
Number of stories
Orientation
Floor Plan
Open plan
L-plan
Modified L-plan
Center passage plan
2-room plan
T -plan
Shotgun plan
Asymmetrical plan
Other (specify)
Roof Type
Gable
Hipped
Flat with parapet
Gambrel
Mansard
Shed
Other (specify)
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Frame
Solid Brick
Solid Stone
Concrete
Other ( specify)
Foundation
Pier and Beam
Stone
Brick
Concrete
Concrete Masonry Units
Other (specify)
Exterior Wall Surface
Siding (specify type)
Stucco
Stone
Brick
Wood Shingle
Other (specify)
Windows
Wood Sash
Aluminum Sash
Single-hung
Double-hung
Casement
Fixed
Awning
Hopper
Sliding
Other ( specify)
Roof Materials
Shingles (specify type)
Tile (specify type)
Slate
Metal (specify type)
Other
Primary Exterior Color
Secondary (Trim) Color
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v. Supporting Documentation
Please attach the following information.
A. Alterations
List any known changes or modifications made to the property throughout its history.
B. Prominent Historical Figures
List any prominent historical figures associated with the property.
C. Property Ownership
List all known owners of the property. Include original owner and subsequent owners.
D. Tenant History
List all known tenants of the property throughout its history.
E. Narrative History
Attach a narrative explanation of the chronological and historical development of the
property .
F. Drawings
· Provide a sketch of the current site plan. Include the proposed location of the historic
plaque.
· Provide a sketch map indicating the nominated property and any related sites.
G, Photographs
Historic
· Provide at least one historic photograph of the property.
Current
· Provide at least one current photograph of the property illustrating in its surrounding
context. For example, photograph the streetscape in which the building is included.
· Provide at least one photograph of each side of the building.
H. Additional Information
Provide any additional information that supports the application. This may include
architectural drawings, letters, oral histories, newspaper/magazine articles, etc.
I. References
Attach a list of the books, articles, and other sources used in preparing this form.
The College Station Historic Preservation Committee requests that all plaques are mounted on
the front fayade of the approved building within thirty (30) days of receipt.
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Supporting Documentation
A. Alterations
L Constructed in 1952 as a single-story church building in a shotgun-plan format
2. Fellowship Hall and Kitchen addition in the early 1970s creating an L-plan for
the church complex.
3. Stained glass windows were added to the sanctuary
4. A front porch was put at the entryway into the sanctuary
5. The steeple was expanded
6. New concrete sidewalks were poured
7. Ceiling fans were added to the Fellowship Hall
8. New parking lot and landscaping were done in 1983
9. The church was re-carpeted and painted after flooding in the 1990s
10. New organ and piano were purchased and raised to prevent damage from
future floods
B. Historical Figures
No information on any figures associated with Washington Chapel Baptist Church
could be found
C. Property Ownership
See attached spreadsheet of deed information
D, Tenant History
The church still resides on its original site since its construction in 1952
E. Narrative History
" Upon this rock I will build my Church, and the gates afhell shall not prevail against it. "
-Matthew 16:18
With this scripture in mind, the Washington Chapel Baptist church was built on a
Solid Rock, whose foundation is Christ.
On December 31, 1892, the Washington Chapel Baptist Church was organized by
Reverends L. K. Williams and R. H. Littleton. Their initial meeting was held in
the Old Foster School, below the College Station Cemetary. The following
persons were in attendance: Josh Washington, Dallas Brown, Peter Curry, Millie
Washington, Ruth Brown, Elvira Collins, Jure Washington, and Amy
Washington.
The School membership grew. In April, 1900, a Soul Saving Campaign was
conducted for three weeks. Forty candidates accepted Christ as their personal
Savior. These candidates were baptized on the 4th Sunday in May, 1900.
The deacon board consisted of the following: Josh Washington, Dallas Brown,
Peter Curry, Frank Landrum, William Curry, and Lee Richard. The members
continued to worship in the old Foster School until it was destroyed by fire. The
members kept the faith in spite of their loss, and built a place of worship on the
comer of the Stasney estate. Many members began to move to various places.
This did not hinder the progress of the Church. The membership continued to
grow spiritually and numerically. The members had a profound determination to
work. In 1903, the first missionary society was started at Washington Chapel,
with Sister Amy Martin as president.
Having led the Church for several years, Pastor L. K. Williams work ended here
on earth. Overriding hardships, these dedicated people of god called Rev.
William P. Keating in 1909 as pastor. Brother Matthew Davis served as secretary
of the Church. Realizing that God's Church must advance, the Rev. John Ayres
was invited to preach the first revival services.
After serving faithfully as pastor for many years, Rev. Keating's tenure as pastor
ended. The Church felt a need for a new leader. In the 1920's Rev. G. W.
Williams was called to lead the flock at Washington Chapel Baptist Church.
Under Rev. G. W. William's inspiring leadership, it was discussed and agreed
upon to purchase property from Bro. Lee Richard. A new Sanctuary was built.
Moving upward to higher heights. A misunderstanding developed, which is quite
prevalent in many Church families, and a split occurred in the membership,
causing some members to seek membership elsewhere. Being led by God, the
members did not become discouraged and continued to work toward the
upbuilding of God's Kingdom.
The deacons serving under the leadership of Rev. G. W. Williams were: Deacons
Sam Richardson, Wallace Raiford, Sander Henderson, and David Martin who also
served as Superintendent of Sunday School. Bro. Matthew Davis served as
secretary.
Rev. G. W. Williams served his Master well. He accepted the call of pastor at
Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, and resigned as pastor of Washington Chapel.
Washington Chapel was again seeking a Shepherd to lead them. Rev. W. T.
Jackson was called to pastor Washington Chapel in 1929. He preached and
teached God's word, convincing men, women, boys and girls to come to Christ.
The deacons serving under his leadership were: Deacons David Martin, Same
Richards, J. C. Chew, Roland Columbus, Ed Carroll, Walter Steen, Johnny
Waldon. Brother Priestly Mitchell served as secretary. After serving 20 years or
more as pastor, the Church felt that they were not progressing as well as they
would like. Unfortunately, Rev. Jackson was asked to resign. The Church sought
a new leader. The members went down in unified prayer, seeking strength and
guidance. Thanks to God, those prayers were answered. In the spring of 1946,
Rev. L. W. Flowers was chosen as our new leader. Being knowledgeable and
business minded as well as a devout Christian leader. With God's help, under the
dynamic leadership of Rev. Flowers, the loyalty and courage of the faithful
members, a new edifice was erected in 1952, valued at $28,000.00, which was
paid in full in approximately 3 years.
Believing that tithes and offerings are God's way to finance the Church, the
members contributed fervently toward the support of the Church, enabling the
Church to make improvements on the edifice whenever necessary. The
improvements include: a porch addition on the front fayade of the church, a new
gathering hall with kitchen, new carpet, and elevating the choir and pastor stage in
the front of the sanctuary. The new carpet and stage were elevated to prevent
damage from flooding. The added gathering hall and kitchen were extended
perpendicularly from the original 1952 building. The church needed extra room
for fellowship and serving dinner for other churches throughout the community.
They also have a new organ that sits alongside the original organ in the sanctuary
today. From the floor plan blueprints it is noticeable that there were originally
supposed to be extra rooms extending beyond the back of the sanctuary, but they
did not get built for the existing building. There are only two extra rooms, one on
each wing for the choir and bible study.
The deacons serving under Rev. Flowers' leadership were and some still are:
Deacons Walter Steen, Sr., Daniel Washington, Roland Columbus, Phillip Steen,
Sr. and Willie Howard, Sr.
August 1973, six new deacons were added: Deacons Philip Steen, Jr., James E.
Steen, Jeremiah Waldon, Clinton Robison, S. A. Ford and Thomas Hall.
Bro. Daniel Washington served as secretary for a number of years, after which,
Bro. Samuel Pierce served as secretary until he was called to his heavenly home.
In September, 1964, Bro. Philip Steen, Jr. filled the position as secretary and is
still serving in that capacity.
For 32 years the members have worked closely under the first leadership of Rev.
L. W. Flowers, accomplishing many goals.
Due to deteriorating health, the Church felt that Rev. Flowers needed assistance.
During our quarterly business meeting, Rev. Flowers, deacons and members
discussed selecting an associate pastor. It was decided by the Church that Rev. E.
E. Garvin be contacted. Upon Rev. Garvin's acceptance, it was motioned by sis.
Daisy Steen and seconded by Sis. Hattie Turner the Rev. E. E. Garvin would be
our associate pastor. On July 23, 1976, Rev. E. E. Garvin delivered his first
sermon as associate pastor.
The Church is steadily growing, spiritually, numerically and financially.
Playing a magnificent and dynamic role in the early history of this great Church
were the following:
Rev. L. K. Williams
Rev. Bob Williams
Rev. G. W. Terry
Rev. W. M. Keating
Rev. G. W. Williams
Rev. C. C. Littleton
Rev. W. T. Jackson
Rev. L. W. Plowers
Presently serving is:
Rev. E. E. Garvin
This concludes the History of the Washington Chapel Baptist Church.
F. Drawings
See attached site plan
G, Photographs
See attached photographs
H. Additional Information
No other outside information was located
I. References
City of College Station Web site WWW.cstX.gOV
Brazos County Court House. County Clerk's Office. Building deeds and records
Steen, Andre Mae. Personal interview. 13 October 2004.
Williamson, Audry. Personal interview 13 October 2004
Garvin, Rev. E.E. Personal interview 13 October 2004
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Picture of early children's choir
Photograph of early adult choir
Photograph of Rev. Flowers and deacons at the construction ofthe new church building
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Photograph of the original front fac;ade. Note the lack of an entry porch, that the
windows aren't stained glass, and the top of the steeple, which isn't as pronounced as the
current one.
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Rendering of the first church (built before the current building). This building isn't part
of our historical research, but it is an important part of the narrative history of the church
as a body of believers.
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Wall hanging conveying the church covenant.
Current Photographs of the Washington Cha~
Missionary Baptist Church
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Partial front (southwest) elevation (facing Texas Avenue)
Includes new steeple, porch, and ramp, as well as historical plaque.
Partial front (southwest) elevation (facing Texas Avenue) showing the fellowship hall
and kitchen addition.
Perspective photograph of original church (left) and new addition (right).
Photograph taken from location south of the church building.
Side (southeast) elevation.
Partial side (southeast) elevation, showing the original church building, with the new
steeple.
Partial side (southeast) elevation. This shows the fellowship hall and kitchen addition.
Rear (northeast) side of church.
Perspective of Northwest Side of church (faces toward Harvey Road).
Detail photograph of the historical plaque located on the church's front elevation
New front porch; note the difference in the color ofthe brick between the wall of the
sanctuary (original) and the column of the entry porch (addition).
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Detail of stained glass windows in sanctuary and exterior brickwork.
Detail of windows in the original church building. Note the wooden sashes.
Church sign; located along Texas Avenue (faces northwest/southeast)
Old piano and piano bench retained from the original church building that was used from
the 1920s to 1952; located in fellowship hall.
One of the original Bibles from the church congregation.
Interior view of the fellowship hall addition. Photograph taken from inside the kitchen.
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Spiral staircase - behind sanctuary
The organ was raised (and the carpet replaced) in the sanctuary after it flooded in the late
1990s in order to prevent damage in case of any future flooding.
The piano in the sanctuary was raised at the same time as the organ, also to prevent
damage from flooding.
Interior photograph of the fellowship hall and kitchen addition
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Interior view of the sanctuary
Pulpit from the original church building (seen in painting on top) that served Washington
Chapel Baptist from the 1920s until 1952