Salem's History

Salem Lutheran Church was organized in 1870 when a small group of Swedish immigrants established the Congregation.

The church has worshipped in 4 buildings throughout its 132 year history in Sycamore, Illinois.

The current facility was built in 1970 and is located at 1145 DeKalb Avenue, kitty-corner from Farm-N-Fleet on Route 23.

See map and get directions

From the Archives:

Jubilee Album 1870-1920 (4.6 MB)

Diamond Anniversary 1870-1945 book

VBS Daily Newsletter "VBS Daily Visitor"

• 1964
• 1966

History booklets written in 1995

• The Early Years 1870-1920
• The Middle Years 1920-1970
• The Now & Future Years 1970-1995