Annunciation Church (Houston) facts for kids
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Annunciation Church
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The church in 2013
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 Location in Houston Downtown
Location in Texas
Location in the United States
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| Location | 1618 Texas Ave., Houston, Texas |
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| Area | 0.5 acres (0.20 ha) |
| Built | 1869 |
| Architect | Clayton, Nicholas |
| Architectural style | Romanesque |
| NRHP reference No. | 75001988 |
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| Added to NRHP | November 03, 1975 |
The Annunciation Church is a historic Catholic church. It is located in Downtown Houston, Texas. This beautiful church stands at the corner of Texas Avenue and Crawford Street. It is a very important building in Houston's history.
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History of Annunciation Church
How the Church Began
The Annunciation Church started from a group of people who went to St. Vincent's. St. Vincent's was the very first Catholic church in Houston. By 1866, the church was getting too small. Father Joseph Querat and Bishop Claude M. Debuis from Galveston decided a new church was needed.
The people in the church group chose the name "Church of the Annunciation." This new church was built to serve the growing community.
Building and Changes
The original architect of the church is not known. The church was officially opened on September 10, 1871. Later, a famous architect named Nicholas Clayton made some changes. In 1884, he added the tall bell tower and the two twin towers. These additions made the church look even more impressive.
A Historic Landmark
The Annunciation Church is a very special building. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it is recognized as an important historical site in the United States. It is also the oldest church still standing in Houston today.
Keeping the Church Strong
Over time, old buildings can have problems. The Annunciation Church faced a challenge with its foundation. A large empty space formed under one corner of the church. This caused the foundation to sink a little.
To fix this, a special method called polymer injection was used. This process helped make the foundation strong again. The work was done quickly, in just two days. This meant there was very little interruption for church services and the people who attend them.
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Postcard, c. 1907
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Nicholas Clayton's remodeling plan, 1893
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Nicholas Clayton remodeling plans, 1893
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The church in 2010
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