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St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church

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Hondo, TX, USA

Latitude & Longitude: 29° 20' 40.41819999996", -99° 8' 20.97651000012"
 
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    Constructed of seco brick in 1912, this is the 2nd church structure to serve the Catholic community of Hondo. Designed by the San Antonio architect Fred Bowen Gaeshen, it was built by Alfred R. Wottlin during the pastorage of Rev. J.J. Meyers. Used for all worship services until 1969, it was rededicated as a parish hall in 1972. The brick detailing, round arches and tripartite windows are typical features of the Romanesque Revival style. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, 1972.

This page last updated: 7/15/2008

St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church Historical Marker Location Map, Hondo, Texas