History of Scientology

By rachelpfeifer8

  • Publication of "Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health"

    A book called "Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health" by Ron Hubbard, the founder of Scientology, is published.

  • Hubbard's First Lecture

    Hubbard gives his first lecture on Dianetics in Elizabeth, New Jersey, where the Hubbard Dianetics Research Foundation is established.

  • Hubbard's Second Lecture

    Hubbard gives his lecture on Dianetics in the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles.

  • Birth of Scientology

    Hubbard moves his Dianetics Center to Phoenix, Arizona, which is considered the "birthplace of Scientology."

  • Publication of "Scientology: A History of Man"

    Hubbard's book called "Scientology: A History of Man" is published.

  • Foundation of the Church of Scientology

    The Church of Scientology is founded in Los Angeles.

  • IRS Tax Exemption

    The IRS gives the Church of Scientology a tax exemption.

  • Removal of IRS Tax Exemption

    The Church of Scientology is no longer exempt from taxes.

  • Foundation of the Sea Organization

    The Sea Organization, a Scientology organization, is founded.

  • Foundation of the First Advanced Organization

    The first Advanced Organization, which provides advanced levels of Scientology to the public, is founded.

  • Recognition of Scientology As a Religion

    Scientology is recognized as a religion by the United States Courts of Appeals.

  • Foundation of the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre

    The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre in Los Angeles is founded.

  • Foundation of the Church of Scientology International

    The Church of Scientology International is founded.

  • Foundation of Scientology Missions International

    Scientology Missions International is founded.

  • Death of Hubbard

    Hubbard dies from a stroke.

  • Change in Leadership

    Following Hubbard's death, David Miscavige takes over as the head of Scientology.

  • Recognition as a Tax Exempt Church

    The IRS officially recognizes the Church of Scientology as a tax exempt church.

  • Announcement of the Golden Age of Knowledge

    Miscavige announces the start of the Golden Age of Knowledge. This is a church program with the goal of making Scientology materials available to the public.

  • Protest Against Scientology

    A worldwide protest against Scientology is organized and led by an Internet group called Anonymous.

  • The Golden Age of Tech Phase II

    The Church of Scientology decides to release its largest training program yet called The Golden Age of Tech Phase II.

  • The Scientology Network

    The Scientology Network becomes available on Apple TV, Roku, Google Chromecast, and Amazon Fire TV.