Beautiful place to visit and enjoy the flowers and sun. My favorite is when the cherry blossoms are in bloom. It's a must see!!! read more

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Closed for construction. I walked the perimeter and it looks like an interesting building to tour eventually. read more

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"I want to see you be brave"- Sara Bareilles. *sniff*. I love this great state. 有一天你会是我的。 Oregon Proud. I love this place a lot came here before the construction and got attracted to it. I have lived in Oregon multiple times and going here from PDX is very comfortable. It's not as big as Sacramento, Austin, Tallahassee and Olympia but is always a delight to visit. If you are an Oregon business owner or native, it feels very happy to visit here. For non locals they got a nice tour. You cannot find this in California. Now that's an epic win. For me personally I like the front door. So grand and yet giving off signs "This is the state of the strong". It doesn't get any more welcoming than that. I had no trouble finding parking either. https://youtu.be/4Ny_LX3byp8?si=J1Jajj3RfgpkJB_R read more

Number 48 in my quest to visit all 50 state capitols https://www.yelp.com/collection/ucwQvyGY8sZEDHaN49HU5Q/State-Capitols-I-have-been-to and it's very nice. Maybe not as beautiful and classic as Olympia (not very far away, donchaknow?) or some others. But it gets the job done. The current building is the third to serve the state after the first two burned down. This one was built in 1938 (and expanded in 1977). I did not have time to tour the building today though there are a number of monuments and artworks about including a replica of the Liberty Bell. 48 of 50 - I still need to visit Juneau and Honolulu. Neither of which I can easily reach in the Sprinter van. [Review 20931 overall - 21 in Oregon - 1915 of 2023.] read more

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Beautiful small little park. Perfect little place to have a picnic! There's plenty of paid parking lots available and parking meters available! Beautiful maintained!! Worth a visit if you are in the area. read more

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This Capitol don't look like most of the typical ones in other states but that's actually a good thing because it's very easy to identify once you get use to how it looks, the park is actually bigger than I expect around the Capitol, they were doing construction but was still able to take some pictures, overall it's a nice unique facility and worth the visit. read more

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I'm of two minds about our State Capitol Building... While it is great to have the building so accessible to the public, I was a little surprised/concerned that there was no (visible) security. Really, you can just stroll on in? There are two tours available. One to walk to the top of the capitol and visit the "Gold Man" or "Gold Pioneer" on the roof. The other takes you through the Senate and House of Representatives chambers and the ceremonial office of the Governor. Be prepared to climb stairs (121 to be exact) to reach the roof. It is Salem's version of the Astoria Column, but the 360 degree views of the Willamette Valley are wonderful on a clear day. You can pick up a certificate of completion after the tour. I enjoyed the second tour a little more because there was more history of both the state and our legislative process woven through the tour. For example, all voting by our legislators must be done in person and our elected officials have to make a choice voting verbally in one house and by fingerprint scan in the other. They are not permitted to abstain. This is the third version of the Capitol Building with both predecessors destroyed by fires. That makes it the fourth newest capitol building in the nation. Built in the late 1930s, it appears that not much has changed. The carpets have been replaced, but with identical versions made by the same company in England that represent Oregon's three main industries at the time. The desks and other furnishings are very dated and the whole building makes Oregon seem like a very quaint and provincial place. That is a duel edged sword since there is a grain of truth in that assessment. One that I've been fighting to a certain degree ever since I moved here. There is a very short legislative season (35 days), so don't expect to see a lot of activity at the capitol. You are more likely to run into our governor or local representative in your own area. The most interesting part of the visit for me were the murals in the rotunda and various governor's portraits. The one of Tom McCall is fascinating since it is atypical and of a completely different tone and style than you would expect. A perfect portrait for one of our most outspoken officials. At the moment, the focus is on another governor who recently passed, Mark Hatfield. There is a bust of the former governor and a condolence book in the governor's ceremonial office. I've been wanting to take my boys to Washington D.C. for several years, but just couldn't do it in good conscience without visiting our own capitol first. I'm happy to report that it is an exceedingly easy process and FREE. Your government dollars at work. read more

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Oregon state capital is an awesome place to visit. Their is so much to see and so much history to learn. If you visit during business hours, you can take a tour. Your guide points out lots of cool things you would never learn on your own. If your lucky, you can sit in the Governor's chair and get a picture. Also, if your up to it, they will take you up a winding staircase to the roof to see the golden pioneer statue. They will even give you a certificate saying you went to capital roof. It's pretty cool. Your kids will love it. Mine did. Anyhow, this is a great family activity. I highly recommend it. read more

Oregon State Capitol - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Salem, Oregon

It was taking a tour of the Texas Capitol early this year that made me want to tour the Capitol building home to my state's government last month. The Oregon Capitol building is not as grand as the one in Texas, for sure. But it was just as much fun to tour for the opportunity to have reinforced that warts and all, ours is a pretty remarkable form of government by the people. See summary of the tour below with visitor TIPs inserted. Here's the first TiP: Amazingly, no security check is required to enter here. In TX we went through an airport type screening. TOUR BASICS Tours cover both information about the building and the Oregon State political process. They are free and start on the hour year round from roughly 9a until 4p. Check in 15 minutes early at the info desk. TIP: In summer season (roughly mid June to Labor Day) groups are allowed, at scheduled times, to also climb the 121 steps to the Golden Pioneer statue on the Capitol's roof. You do not have to take the tour to make the climb and vice verse. In addition to being able to get up close and personal with the Golden Pioneer, I hear the view of Salem is great from that roof vantage point. Check at the info desk for climb times. Tours start in the rotunda gathered around the bronze replica of the Oregon State seal in the floor and with a talk about four painted murals high on the walls featuring key points in Oregon's history. (I love history, but even if you don't this is something the tour guide made come alive.) The tour continues with stops at the Governor's ceremonial office and the House and Senate chambers. Oregon recently moved to annual sessions for our legislature with a long term year and a short term year alternating. The session convenes each February and runs no more than 160 days in odd-numbered years and 35 days in even-numbered years. You can use that calendar to figure out when a visit best suits what you're interested in seeing You'll have a more relaxed tour with greater opportunity to linger and ask questions at the House and Senate chambers if you choose out of session times. As we did in June. Or you'll see more the hubbub and humdrum of politics if you tour during the session. Who was it that said "There are two things people would do best not to witness in the making, sausages and legislation"? If you're inclined to see the latter and visit the Capitol during legislative sessions, you'll be welcome to sit in the upper galleries and watch. TIP: Elevators in the building make all floors and elements inside, including the galleries, equally accessible to folks who don't climb stairs. Given tour guides often make the experience, I'll say the man who led our tour did a remarkable job of interesting narrative and answering questions for a group of about a dozen people ranging in age from 10 to 80, from out of staters to life long Oregonians and from folks well versed in State level political process to those with no knowledge at all. TIP: If you can take a tour led by Chuck, do that thing. THE BUILDING The current Capitol is actually the third built in the same site. This one, completed in 1938 for only $2.5 million, replaced the previous building that was destroyed by fire in 1935. That building was the second, built in 1876 after a fire destroyed the original 1859. Given the construction date of this one, it is the fourth newest state Capitol. Construction details for the Greek architectural style start with the Vermont marble faced exterior with relief sculptural panels, highlighting key events in Oregon's history, on each side at the bottom of a wide flight of marble steps. Not in the tour, worth exploring on your own. TIP: The accessible entry for visitors who don't climb stairs is to the left (East) of the main entrance via a long ramp that parallels some of the adjacent park. THE GROUNDS Be sure to see the State Capitol State Park that surrounds the Capitol building. Paved paths lead through native plant gardens and historical markers, like columns salvaged from the building in the 1935 fire on the East side and on the West a fountain and a "Walk of Flags" plus a replica of the Liberty Bell. (The Liberty Bell is the only element that is not accessible to people who don't climb stairs.). THE BEST FOR LAST With all the wonderful art work in the building, perhaps the most delightful piece is something more modest but quite wonderful. An interpretation of the Oregon State Seal crafted out of a manhole cover and elements that the State worker who made it salvaged from sewers. It is worth a stop to look at it in detail. Seriously! http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/yvgulgrjRTvSOQ9jTC-Ipw?select=wtN7jbYM8Pnfv_aRxriwhw#w9b31zyx5OK2Xj8BCBJjFw read more

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Perhaps Salem's most recognizable landmark, the Oregon State Capitol building is the site for both lawmakers and tourists who venture the city's lackluster downtown scene. This place lends a facelift to the area, even if it feels somewhat out of place despite its grandiose exterior and art deco architecture. This is the third capitol building after the previous one was destroyed by a fire. It's held up quite well in the last 80 years, becoming a must visit for all first timers to Salem. It has also become a popular destination for schools, offering a unique historical and educational perspective into the makeup of the city. Admission to the Capitol Building is free. There are tours available from 9AM-4PM and self-guided tours through the Capitol grounds. On a sunny day, this place is incredibly picturesque and a cool sight during virtually all holidays. The parking situation is easy every day and conveniently right out front. It is somewhat tacky in terms of placement, but the crowds are never an issue so why bother entering from anywhere else but the front of the steps? Beware of the occasional engagement photo session. If there are a lot of photogs, it's because a politician is coming through. Lastly, Gold Man who stands up top is the cherry to this cake. He is the Oregon Pioneer, a bronze 22 ft sculpture with a golf leaf finish that weighs 8.5 tons. One cool fact: He was illuminated until 2001 to save energy as a result of Western Energy Crisis. Solar panels were installed in 2002 and uses just enough to generate the flood lights to fully illuminate the statue again. read more

I am not political by any means but am glad I got to visit the capitol. This is by far, one of the most beautiful capitol's I've seen. Super clean, shiny, with tons of informative fresco paintings. The volunteers were extremely helpful as well. Spent an hour looking at different rooms and on grounds. Def a place to visit if you're in Salem. read more

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Stopped by 10/27 on a fluke not knowing wha too expect. I was surprised at how awesome this place is! We came on a Friday mid day and we had no trouble funding parking. Such a gem! The grounds are equally beautiful. Posting several pics for you to see! Tip: check out Willamette University locates right behind the capital! read more

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Marijuana was legalized July 1st in Oregon this year. Outside the Capitol building, I saw (and smelled) citizens of Oregon who were proud to exercise that new right. Unlike other state Capitol buildings, which tend to detail the history of the respective state, Oregon's goes a step further. On the first floor, there are numerous large displays about saving water, wearing bike helmets, and recycling. The state has agendas and wants to shove them down your throat. It was a bit off-putting. I will say though, the building and the lawn in front of it seemed welcoming and aesthetically pleasing. read more

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Wednesday, 10 February 2010 - knowledgeable docent (though she needed to speak louder since all background sound echoes loudly off the marble walls) - highlights include getting to sit in on a House special session - also got to visit the Senate chamber whose session was about to begin - got to visit the Governor's office, photo op in the ceremonial guv's chair (his real office is behind doors on either side of this room) - art in the Governor's office is displayed on a rotating basis - be sure to sign the guest book - gift shop is selling pieces of old carpet to help pay for a new one - excellent, informative, free handout "Oregon Legislative Guide" - definitely recommend a visit, inspires one to get more involved read more

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i saw hatsune miku here i swear!!! shes so coool!!! oh yea the gold statue is ok too i guess read more

Oregon State Capitol - SHES REALLY HERE - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Salem, Oregon

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Filled and surrounded with art Oregons State Capitol manages to both look like a capitol yet different then the standard. This was built when the old copper domed capitol burned. There are pieces of the old capitols pillars on the grounds. The new capitol was built during the great depression out of marble. It was built with a lot of art-deco touches. The House and Senate champers have the names of people important to the history of the state. In all it looks starker to me then most capitols. I like to come when the legislator is in session to see all the people moving around. It is fascinating to see government at work. The massive halls echo with footsteps and voices. There are always displays telling you about what the local big topics are. The whole building has woven into its design what the state was about. Lots of themes about natural resources, farming etc. The grounds surrounding the capital are filled with monuments and the mall in from of the capital is lined with state office buildings matching the capitals with their white marble. If you have time, take on of the informative tours, wander around and look at the pictures of the governors (how they dress and choose to look has really changed). Tip don't miss the paintings in the rotunda. It is great, it reminds me of WPA paintings. read more

The Oregon State Capitol is a wonderfully tacky landmark; it resembles a hubcap. It fits in with Oregon's quirky vibe. If anything, it makes the California one look... reasonable. There are some beautiful Depression-era murals in the interior, along with artsy portraits of various governors. It is in the Art Deco style. According to its architects, it was supposed to be a hybrid Greek/Egyptian. The capitol plaza has pillars from the second building that burnt down in the 30s. The 1993 Scotts Mills quake inflicted some damage on the capitol- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1993_Scotts_Mills_earthquake Just when you thought quakes were a California problem. It shifted the otherwise solid gold statue on the top, caused a bulge, and hit the dome. There are educational tours, souvenirs, even a cafeteria(!) I don't think the "Farm to Fork" capitol (as Sacramento dubs itself) has a cafeteria open to the public; it's strictly business. A fun highlight of Salem. read more

This state capitol had everything you could want in a state capitol. It had cold marble floors, a rotunda with stars and stripes on the ceiling. It had murals of white people discovering the state, and oxen pulling a wagon out to sea. That's what I want. I went to this state capitol as part of a school field-trip for adults in graduate school. I wore a red tie and ebony slacks. All the ladies dressed real pretty. One of the ladies fixed my tie because it was crooked. Not crooked like Nixon. Crooked as in, "askance." We all combed our hair and put on deodorant, because that's what you do when you go to the State Capitol. You tuck your shirt in, stand up straight and tall, and say "gosh darn it" instead of cursing real loud. My friend Adam had a wart surgically removed the day before the field-trip; he was such a trooper. We looked at a mural of a shirtless gentleman carrying bushels of wheat. I said "wheat" but Adam thought I said "weed" and that made him squint his eyes and look closer. "No, wheat I said," I told him. "Ohhhhhhh." Weed isn't legal yet here, but when it is, mark my words, there will be a large mural depicting some oxen pulling a cart full of weed with an uncommonly ripped white man at the reins, and his bonnet-clad wife demurely lowering her eyes. I'll be expecting that. I expect quite a bit out of my Oregon State Capitol. I think Adam forgot all about his phantom wart pain. We were required by our program to stand in front of posters we made, depicting our profession. I stood in front of my poster and held a placard which said, "what do you think this is?" but then I forgot to hold and/or properly display the "this" that was noted on the placard. One of my classmates was mildly irritated at that. But I smiled real pretty and held the paper high so the men in suits texting could see me. They cared a great deal about my profession. They just didn't show it. I understand. At the Oregon State Capitol, one has to keep displays of emotion to a minimum, else-wise, you could become dysregulated in the state capitol. Dysregulation is not a hallmark of good government. Just ask Rob Ford. While we were standing there, our teacher came around with a clipboard. She asked what we learned, and made a check mark by each thing that we learned. That made me sweat and try to think real hard if there was anything I learned. I learned that white men can get ripped carrying a bushel of wheat (not weed) and that phantom wart pain is real. I learned that you can drive oxen into the sea and they'll walk on the surface of the ocean. I learned that the Hutterites use technology, wear bandannas and speak high German, which is more formal thn low German. I learned that the cafeteria has bad coffee. I learned quite a bit really. I raised my hand so I could tell my teacher all that I had learned, but she turned and walked away and started talking to someone else. Did you know there is a statue of a golden axe murderer on top of the Oregon State Capitol? He's holding a golden axe, and the legend says that if you climb up the roof and touch his axe, he'll come to your house at night and grow marijuana in your back yard. Our program director was there too with a giant camera, taking pictures. He nearly knocked over a moose pillow pet on top of a poster as he spoke to a hipster state senator with buddy holly glasses about recycling reform. At first he was in the front, with the moose, then, suddenly he was way in the back. How did he get all the way back there? Maybe the program director is omnipotent, everywhere and nowhere at once. Or maybe this is just what happens at the state Capitol. Time and space bend mysteriously. Who can say, really? Upstairs, we saw a fill-sized mural of Governor Tom McCall standing in the ocean with his mouth open, looking awfully hung-over with a helicopter about to crash into him. He's holding out his right hand as if to say, "please help me! My head is POUNDING. Can you possibly spare two aspirin for the most environmentally friendly governor the the history of the state? Wait a minute. I think I have to vomit a bit." There was also a mural of our current governor, Governor Kitzfaber. He is sitting in an easy chair, looking far more relaxed than Governor McCall, at the top of the Columbia River Gorge. He is wearing denim and has his medical kit with him, since he's a doctor. I am in awe that he carried his easy-chair up to the top of Angel's Rest or Dog Mountain and the man didn't even break into a sweat! I can't do that. I hope that when he hiked out he brought his chair with him and didn't leave it up there. I would hate to have to report him for polluting the gorge with an easy chair, but no one is above the law. I'm going to give him the benefit of the doubt and assume he did take his chair back down, but if I read in the next Sullivan guide that it's still there, I'm sorry, but I will have to contact the DNR. read more

I had the privilege to get a inside view of the capital building. It was with a group of visitors from Costa Rico that we sponsored. Up a small metal stair case ,too a view right below the Golden Pioneer . The main chamber does echo, when there's a special event going on. But sill it's worth visiting with not to many problems. Special arrangements need to be taken for the inside view in advance. Enjoy!!! read more

We've visited many capitols over the years. This was pretty much what we've usually enjoyed. A brief tour & history of the building & the state. Jim our guide did a great job of balancing his tour with a handful of adults and a pretty large group of elementary age kids that I understood to be part of a 'Boys & Girls' club. I must commend the leaders of those kids. They were well behaved, far better than most kids with their own parents have been on other tours. read more

A recent transplant from California to the Oregon coast, I had the opportunity to spend a day at the capitol rallying for more film and TV production in Oregon. While I was definitely proud to be part of an industry of fun and hard working folks, I also was pretty wooed by the state capitol. Michele R and Jen K both nail it. It's a beautiful building with folksy charm, not intimidating in any way. Both traditional and historical while also delightfully art deco and retro-modern. The offices reminded of a design office where I used to work with it's sleek wood columns, frosted glass panels and art deco lighting. I completely spaced it on the tours and am kicking myself for that but I thoroughly enjoyed just wandering around looking at murals and artwork and getting lost in the labyrinth of hallways. I was most disappointed by the gift shop which does not in any way give you that "tourist destination" experience. It could be much more. The cafeteria is really arcane but works and has the smell of a diner from the sixties. There is a feeling of walking back in time here, for sure, and in this world hell bent on forgetting the past as soon as possible, I actually enjoyed that. It was very comforting. Everyone there, especially Chuck the tour guide who found us wandering the basement and gave us an impromptu historical tour, is just lovely. I can't remember the last time I smiled so much while meeting new people! The representatives were approachable and easy to talk to and I love how they advertise what their districts have to offer by what they decorate their offices with. Our rep David Gomberg has artwork from artists we know who live near us in his office! The grounds are beautiful and wonderfully maintained with huge old trees and plenty of flowering trees and color. I could have spent hours there. Across the street is one of the oldest universities in Oregon and in general the neighborhood has a lot of history to offer. I loved my day at the capitol and can't wait for the opportunity to come back and make my citizen voice heard! read more

Oregon has one of the most interesting capitol buildings in the United States. Shaped roughly like a big square edifice with an enormous marble cylinder at the top with a golden pioneer crowning it, the Capitol Building has murals on the facades that show Oregon's pioneer history. The circle of flags and statues of Oregon historial figures was very interesting. Sadly, we didn't get to go inside, since we arrived around 7:30 on a Friday night. Oops. read more

Interesting (free) tour of the building, including a chance to view the house and/or senate, if they're in session. We were lucky enough to have as our tour guide a former house member. Very informative! Also take the tour that climbs to the roof to get a closer view of the gilded pioneer. Finish it off with a quick meal in the cafeteria downstairs. An interesting morning or afternoon read more

After visiting many state capitals throughout the United States, I may have come across the worst looking one so far. Even though the original state house burned down and was replaced with a very modern looking building. Inside the building it is gorgeous and very lavish. But the outside leaves a little bit to be desired. I did enjoy the garden that has some of the original pillars from the burnt down State House. You are able to sit at the desk used by the Governor and the pedestal for conferences. Beautiful inside not so beautiful outside but worth the trip read more

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Visit around spring time when the walk of blooms is going on with the fountains. Great place for a stroll, worth the visit. read more

Oregon State Capitol - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Salem, Oregon

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It was an interesting, if not a little anti-climactic visit to the Oregon State Capitol. There were two tours available, of which I took both. The first one, you're able to climb to the top of the capitol building, and visit the observation deck, which is above the entire capitol building. It was great to see that in this Post-9/11 era, we're still able to do these sorts of things. (No security check, even.) Then, there's a capitol building tour, where you're able to view both houses of the capitol, and the governor's office. The guide spoke a bit about how the government functions, and a little history. The building itself wasn't all that impressive, but a nice side-trip, I guess. Don't go out of your way, though. read more

Great stop. Took two 30-minute guided tours and hiked 122 steps up the tower for a lovely view. Tower tour is closed in rain or bad weather, but we were blessed with sunny morning before afternoon showers. Tours are free and start at 9:30 am...on the half hour. Free! read more

Had a great tour of Oregon's state capital. There are two tours, only took the first one but great insight on their government and history. I really like the fact their government is a citizen part-time legislator, they all have regular jobs and are paid a very nominal wage, so really making their service one of true public service. I wish California would do the same. The building itself is beautiful and very unique, love the "frontier" man on top. I honestly thought when I first drove by it it was a Mormon church :) One should also walk the gardens and visit the university ground directly behind it. Unlike Sacramento, Salem is attractive and more obtainable in driving around and visiting the sites, stores and restaurants. read more

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I loved this building, if only because it was of such unexpected architecture: whereas an "alternative/artistic" (read: abominable kitsch) angle is so prioritized elsewhere around Oregon, this place actually reminded me immediately & overwhelmingly of the Roman Empire. I'm sure this sounds like a preposterous claim, not least to those more accustomed to Oregon's "whimsical" (read: puerile) imagery since the 60's... but seriously, the place has a slightly-folksy-yet-definitely-imperial feel to it. Oddly refreshing, particularly in such an odd state. :) read more

This isn't a political review--that's technically untrue, as there's no such thing as anything that's not political. To say that one or something is not political is itself a political statement. What I actually mean is that I write this review with very little regard for American or Oregonian electoral politics--OK, maybe "with very little regard" isn't quite right either; I have my opinions about all of these subjects, but I'm not terribly interested in them here. Anyway, I was able to get a personal tour the Oregon State Capitol because a dear friend of mine had as her student(s?) the son(s) of an Oregon state senator. So instead of gawking along with all the other gawkers and being afraid that the capitol police or state troopers or whatever they're called would quietly but sternly warn me that flash photography is not permitted in the capitol, I got to basically walk around the ugly carpet of the senate floor without anyone bothering me--and without anyone there. I got to stand at the podium at which the President of the Senate stands, and my friend's son's father explained that if the doors to both the Senate and the Oregon House of Representatives are open, the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House can see each other and are at eye level; this was done on purpose so that both houses can be called into session at the same moment. It's a pretty neat building. There's all the government mumbo jumbo you would expect, and that's OK with me because a third-grade part of me likes all the government mumbo jumbo. One of the things I thought was neatest is the large tiles around the capitol grounds that represent Oregon's thirty-six counties. Salem is a singularly unimpressive capital city in an otherwise surprisingly interesting (at least for this Californian, who grew up with the idea that Oregonians' defining characteristic was their collective inability to drive well--which is true) state. Despite Salem's depressing suburbanity, it's not that far from Portland, which is beautiful, and it has a nice capitol. Good job, Oregonians. Maybe the mandatory voting-by-mail is a good idea after all. read more

We only saw the outside of the Capitol building in the late afternoon/early evening, but I was glad we swung by. It's an unusual bit of architecture, and the surrounding area is very pretty. Parking is plentiful. Worth a stop, if only to snap a few photos. read more

I love our Capital building, I have no experience to compare it to though. But I have been going here since I was a child on school field trips and every once in awhile as an adult. This time was to celebrate Oregon's birthday, and it happened to be the day the Governor stepped down from office. The building was crawling with reporters waiting like vultures to descend on the Governor who wasn't even in the building far as I could tell. But that didn't stop them from circling for other prey. Anyway, if you are in the Salem area you should go check it out. It isn't big, or fancy. But it's ours and I think it's beautiful. read more

I love Capitol buildings! They're free and beautiful and they usually have a guided tours. This capital building did not disappoint. I took the additional tour. We got to walk up to the top of the capitol building. I'm hoping to see all 50 states and visit all 50 capital buildings. I'm on number 27 read more