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The Painted Churches in Hill Country Texas
 
The Painted Churches is a series of historic churches located in the Hill Country area of Central Texas (Southeast region of Austin - to be exact). Many of these churches are Czech and German-inspired because the  immigrants brought with them their architectural style of that era (19th century) when they first hailed to Texas for economic reasons. They brought with them skillful artwork: stencilling, infill, freehand, marbling, staining and graining. These churches are called, "Painted" churches because they are uniquely design/ painted with elaborate and extravagant faux-finished interiors. In 1984, these churches were listed as a part of the National Register of Historic Places.
Take the scenic drive to visit these magnificent architecture marvels. Here are just a glimpse of the architecture captured by photography.
St. John The Baptist Catholic Church - Ammansville, TX (1919)
Its original building was built in 1890 but was destroyed by a hurricane in 1909. It was later burnt down and the church that we see today is its third building.
7745 Mensik Rd. Schulenburg, Texas 78956-5724
 

St. Mary's Church - Praha, TX (1892)
Built by its Crezh's parishioners, they had made some financial sacrifices on their part in order to help build such a magnificent building back in the days. ... more

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