The Bridge at 211 | Historic Arts & Cultural Venue

About the Member

The Bridge at 211 | Arts & Cultural Center | Salem, MA

About Us

The Bridge at 211 transforms a historic 1808 Universalist church into Salem’s premier arts and cultural hub. Founded in 2015 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we preserve this National Register landmark while creating a vibrant space for artistic, cultural, and educational events. Our mission combines historic preservation with community enrichment, carrying forward a legacy of social progress and cultural engagement.

Our Services

We provide a versatile event venue that hosts performing arts, educational programs, and community gatherings in a beautifully preserved historic setting.

Core Offerings
  • Cultural Events & Performances
  • Arts Education Programs
  • Community Gatherings
  • Historic Site Tours
Specialty Services/Features

Our unique spaces include Murray Hall, Bolles Hall, and specialized meeting rooms in a National Register landmark.

Key Feature 1: 1,200-pipe Hutchings organ

Key Feature 2: Federal-style architecture

Key Feature 3: Flexible event spaces

Key Feature 4: Downtown waterfront location

Cultural Events

Our primary focus is creating an active arts center that enriches Salem’s cultural landscape while preserving a vital piece of local heritage.

Highlights
  • Historic 1808 Federal-style architecture
  • Downtown Salem waterfront location
  • Adaptive reuse for modern arts programming
  • Community-focused cultural preservation
Location & Contact

Visit Us

211 Bridge Street

Salem, MA 01970

Currently closed for renovations – reopening 2025

Connect

Phone: 978-744-3224

Email: office@thebridge211.org

Website: https://www.thebridge211.org/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBridgeAt211

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebridge211/

Keywords: Salem arts venue, historic event space, cultural center Salem MA, performing arts venue, historic preservation, community arts center

Building Community Through Arts & Heritage

Disclaimer: The Bridge at 211 is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Tax ID: 47-4156788) currently undergoing renovations to enhance visitor safety and accessibility.

 

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a red brick building with a clock tower in the background.
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a stained glass window sitting above a wooden staircase.