Mass was celebrated in private homes and in a wooden house at this site before construction of this native Limestone church in 1891-92. Under the direction of the oblate fathers, the mission of Del Rio became Sacred Heart parish in 1895. This gothic revival structure was enlarged and remodeled in 1929. The stained glass windows installed at that time were moved to a new church building, dedicated in 1969. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, 1978
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The old chapel at Sacred Heart Parish is a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark.
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​The Recorded Texas Historic Landmark plaque is located near the front door facing Mill Street.