Over the years Salem has lost many of its’ historic buildings. Victorian mansions such as the Patton house that once occupied what is now the Capitol Mall were demolished in the late 30’s and 40’s. Buildings considered “dated” were also lost in the 60’s and 70’s, including Salem’s City Hall and the old Marion County Courthouse.However there are many stories of successful preservation too. The Historic Elsinore theatre, The Bush House, Mission Mill, Historic Deepwood Estate, and the numerous historic treasures in our three Historic Districts all have been saved and embraced by the community.

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