Salem City Hall

Salem City Hall has stood at the heart of the city’s civic life since 1837. Designed in the Greek Revival style, the building is still the working seat of Salem’s local government while also standing as a lasting symbol of the city’s evolving story. Visitors can see it as one of Salem’s historic civic buildings, and residents come here for city business and for gatherings in the City Council Chambers on the second floor.

Over generations the building has hosted local government, public gatherings and historic moments, and it still holds civic ceremonies, such as a flag raising for Indigenous Peoples’ Day. The city government also runs community programs for residents, including free 30-day Bluebikes memberships in October, a Repair Café organized by Zero Waste Salem and Salem Days, which gives residents free admission to two area zoos each September.

What to Know

• Dominick Pangallo is Salem’s mayor.
• The city clerk handles certificates and licenses for residents.
• City notices cover fall road closures for events such as the Zombie Walk and the Witch City 5K.