Abstract When the Salem Street Church formed from the Hanover Church in 1822, there were 98 members. The building was dedicated in 1827, and then George Blagden became the first minister of the Salem Street Church around 1830. During his term as minister, 275 people joined the congregation; during Joseph Towne’s term as minister, 153 people joined as well. While Edward Beecher was minister, the Salem Street Church underwent numerous renovations, and after he left the church, there were discussions of...