The First Church, UU is a granite "castle-like" building located at 316 Essex Street at in the historic area of downtown Salem. They are located between the Ropes Mansion also known as Alison's House in the movie Hocus Pocus and the House of Judge Corwin of   the Salem Witch Trials also known as The Witch House.

Founded by English Puritan settlers of the Massachusetts Bay Colony in August 1629. The First Church in Salem is one of the oldest churches in North America, organized and governed by the congregation. During its long history the theological position of the Church has changed, most significantly in the early 1800's when Unitarianism was embraced. You can learn more about the Church's history at firstchurchinsalem.org

By Air
The best airports are Boston Logan Airport on the northern side of Boston. The airport is about 18 miles from Salem. There are Uber and Lyft services that go from there to Salem. The Train services goes from the airport to North Station in Boston where you can connect to the MBTA commuter rail service to Salem via Rockport or Newburyport lines. Visit MBTA.com for more information.  Manchester/Boston Airport is north of Salem by about an hour. Car rentals are available there. 

By Train
Trains to Boston come into South Station. From there the subway system connects you to North Station where you can grab the train to Salem. 

Take the MBTA Commuter Rail Rockport/Newburyport Line to Salem. Walk 10 minutes from the station, or take the MBTA #450 or 456 Bus to the Summer Street stop, which is in front of the Church Visit MBTA.com for more information. 

By Car
Driving from I-95/128/Rt. 114/North Street: Follow signs for 114 East all the way into Salem. Then follow the next set of direction. Turn right on to Essex Street.  We are between The Witch House and Ropes Mansion on your right behind a black wrought iron fence.

Parking at the Church
There is no public parking at the site of the church.  We suggest parking at the Sewall Street or Crombie Street lots. They are within walking distance and are within one to three blocks away. The MBTA lot is also a short walk away.

Building Accessibility
The accessible entrance is located at the Office entrance to the right of the building. There you will find our elevator which is fully ADA compliant.