About the Bells
A treasured heirloom located in the historic district of Montgomery, Texas. All-inclusive chapel weddings, gazebo weddings, and corporate events in North Houston.
The wedding chapel was built in 1908 in a setting that is peaceful and quiet, even today. This is the perfect romantic setting for your wedding. The luminous stained-glass windows throughout the chapel and an elegant etched mirror in the foyer create the mood for your wondrous journey into marriage. If you are looking for a chapel-to-candlelight dinner reception, we can customize an event to fit your needs.
Our professional staff is committed to providing you and your guests with the special attention we believe necessary in order to assure that every event is memorable.
We offer everything that you would need to get married all in one place.
- Invitations by Carlson and Craft
- Tuxedos by Al’s Formalwear
- Floral Bouquets by Pecan Hill Florist
- Catering by our in-house Chef, Kirk Jones
- Cakes by Bakery and Cakes
- DJ services
The Bells Historical Chapel
Our chapel is one of a kind, with original woodwork from the 1800’s, the chapel leaves you with a cozy, comfortable feeling. With six antique chandeliers and the colorful stained glassed windows, there is a wonderful mix of natural and controlled lighting for timeless wedding photos. Our unique chapel pews can accommodate up to 150 people.
The Bells of Montgomery Chapel History
1838 — The Methodist Congregation was organized by Littleton Fowler (170 years ago).
1839 — The first sanctuary was a log building on the corner of Eva (HWY 105) and Pond Street. A monument in the Old Montgomery Cemetery to the South marks the original location of this structure.
1842 — The first parsonage in the State of Texas was built on the site of the present monument and just so happened to be Methodist, as well.
1851 — The first sanctuary was raised and Alexander Chapel was built (named after Robert Alexander, a church elder). George Rabb, a Montgomery circuit preacher became ill during the construction and requested that he be buried beneath the spot where the altar was to be built. Three pastors are also buried there. A monument was erected in their honor.
1852 — The second sanctuary was built just to the North of the existing sanctuary.
1886 — The second parsonage was purchased on College Street. This building still exists.
1908 — The the third sanctuary (present building) was erected.
1918 — The cupola of the steeple of the present building was destroyed in a storm.
1979 — The present Methodist parsonage was built on Stewart Street.
2002 — Property purchased by Glenn and Shirley Schneider and renamed The Bells of Montgomery in honor to the Willis brothers, who donated the bells for the Baptist church next door and the Methodist church. Both bells were cast in 1853 in Troy, New York.
The Methodist Congregation continued to hold services here until completion of their new facility. The church building is currently used as a wedding chapel with adjacent facilities for receptions and private parties. The original stained glass windows were moved to the new Methodist church on HWY 105. Existing stained glass windows were replaced by the Schneiders in 2002. Colors and style were designed by Mary Brown, Cathy Williams, and the Schneiders. Windows were built and installed by Foster Glass in Bryan, TX. They are one inch thick, facet stained glass and epoxy rather than lead, which held the original panes together.2004 — The property was purchased by Kirk and Emily Jones who also own Pecan Hill Florist and Gifts across the street. This facility hosts wedding services, receptions and private parties. The upstairs living area in the metal building can sleep 18 persons for scrapbooking retreats and other events. The Bells of Montgomery offers on and off-site catering services and meals to go from the large commercial kitchen.
2007 — The Methodist Congregation removed the historic bell from the tower of the third sanctuary for use in their new facility.
2008 — The property received a subject marker plaque from the Texas Historic Commission. Existing sanctuary turned 100 years old.
