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St. John
the Baptist Catholic Church
Ammannsville
The present St.
John the Baptist Catholic Church in Ammannsville is the third structure in
this community, and it was dedicated on December 22, 1919. Constructed in
Gothic Revival style, it is listed in the "National Register of
Historical Places".
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The interior features stenciling,
infill freehand, and marbling techniques. Early settlers said the
paintings were done by a European drifter. The windows, depicting men
Saints on the right, and women Saints on the left, are inscribed in Czech.
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St.
Mary's Catholic Church
High Hill
The present St.
Mary's Catholic Church is the third to be built at High Hill. It is listed
in the "National Register of Historical Places". Construction
the of the present church started in 1905 with 18 stained glass windows
from the second church placed in the new church.
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The highest point of the
spire is about 175 feet. The interior is a
well crafted example of the Gothic Revival style. It displays not only
late Victorian features, but European background of the German and Czech
settlers. Although the main wall has been repainted, the ceiling, and a
few other parts of the church have the original decorations.
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~ in Historical Downtown ~ 618
N. Main Street - Schulenburg, Texas 78956
Phone:
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