Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Historic Salem #15: Salem Heights Hall

3505 Liberty Road S

IMG_2687 Salem Heights Hall in Salem, Oregon on July 29, 2006
Salem Heights Hall on July 29, 2006

The Salem Heights Hall was originally built in 1911. When At that time, Salem Heights was a rural area, and the hall was used for community events. The land for the hall was donated by Fred Thompson, with the stipulation that it always be used for a community hall or it would revert to his heirs.

IMG_2684 Salem Heights Hall in Salem, Oregon on July 29, 2006
Salem Heights Hall on July 29, 2006

The Salem Heights Hall was damaged by fire in 1961 and was rebuilt in its current form. It was also moved slightly when Madrona Avenue was widened.

IMG_9052 Salem Heights Hall on September 9, 2007
Salem Heights Hall on September 9, 2007

Additional Links:
Salem Heights Hall at Discover-Neighborhood-History

Historical Photos:
Salem Heights Hall, October 23, 1963 (Salem Public Library)

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