Historical Marker
Saint Mary's Help of Christians Catholic Church
Historical marker location:
FM 473 East, Blanco vicinity, Texas
( from Blanco, take US 281 south 6 miles, then go east on CR 473 about one mile; one north side of road)
Marker installed: 1965
In 1850s when first Catholic families came to Blanco County, worship was in homes and halls. Land was purchased in 1887. By efforts of Father Virgilius Draessel and people of Twin Sisters, this church was built and dedicated in 1889.
Stone for foundation came from quarry about a mile from site. Other building materials came by wagon over 30 miles of rough roads and trails.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, 1965.