In 1953, while touring Europe.

1954:
In recognition of the spiritual nature of Mr. Hubbard’s philosophy, a number of Scientologists in Los Angeles, California form the first Church of Scientology in February.

Meanwhile, Mr. Hubbard researches and develops the Scientology philosophy in Phoenix, continuing to lecture and write extensively.

1955:
In March, he moves from Phoenix to Washington, DC where the Founding Church of Scientology of Washington, DC is formed with Mr. Hubbard as Executive Director. He drafts organizational policies and intensifies his work in developing an administrative technology to allow Scientology organizations to run smoothly and expand.

During October, he returns to England to deliver lectures in London, while further establishing the London organization. He delivers over 235 lectures in this year, on subjects from counseling techniques to education and alcoholism.

A photo of the building where
Mr. Hubbard’s London office was located.