Incorporated: 1750
Population: 29,115
County Name: Rockingham
(county map)
Town Contact:
Town of Salem
33 Geremonty Drive
Salem, NH 03079

Phone: 603-890-2080
Fax: 603-898-1223
Website: www.townofsalemnh.org

Origin:
As early as 1736, Salem was the North Parish of Methuen, Massachusetts, or Methuen District. In 1741, when the boundary line between Massachusetts and New Hampshire was re-established, the North Parish became part of New Hampshire, and was given the name Salem, taken from nearby Salem, Massachusetts. Salem is home to Canobie Lake, the Canobie Lake Amusement Park, and Rockingham Park.

More about Salem:
Canobie Lake Park, an amusement park that opened in 1902 is still open and adding new rides all the time. The park, located in Salem, featured Sonny and Cher performing at the Dancehall Theatre in 1965. Set against the beautiful backdrop of Canobie Lake, the park is a fun place for the entire family.

Rockingham Park, which features live harness racing, also makes its home in Salem.