Oregon State Capitol

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The visitor experience at the Oregon State Capitol. Events, exhibits, tours, history. Non-partisan. Posts subject to Oregon public records law.

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  1. Jul 12

    Your Oregon State Capitol has reopened! Building hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Self-guided tours can be taken throughout the day, guided tours will be offered at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., M-F until further notice.

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  2. Jul 4

    Capitol offices are closed today and tomorrow, July 5, in observance of the Fourth of July holiday.

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  3. Jul 2

    Did you know that Oregon's Bottle Bill was signed 50 years ago today by Governor Tom McCall? This landmark legislation put Oregon on the map as a steward in conservation. Enjoy this fun Happy Birthday song:

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  4. Jul 2

    This year Oregon's House and Senate signed a concurrent resolution honoring the historic Bottle Bill, celebrating its 50 years. Read it here:

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  5. Jul 1

    We are getting ready to kick off a celebration of Oregon's landmark legislation -- the Bottle Bill! We have teamed up with OBRC and Bottle Drop to bring you some fun activities related to this monumental law.

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  6. 9 Apr 2020

    The Oregon State Capitol has amazing artwork! View the partial collection if you scroll to the bottom and click on the artwork on the right.

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  7. 9 Apr 2020

    April 2020 is Arts Appreciation Month in Oregon. The proclamation was signed in January, unknowing of what was to come. Because our way of life has been disrupted, we are hoping to use this platform to share your favorite art, or places where to view art. Share in the comments!

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  8. 8 Apr 2020

    Did you miss the Woman Suffrage Exhibit at the Capitol? It was cut short due to the building closure, but featured amazing Oregon women who have paved the way. Here is a link to a presentation on Norma Paulus, "The Only Woman in the Room."

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  9. 23 Mar 2020

    Please use the following link for information and resources pertaining to COVID-19 in Oregon.

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  10. 17 Mar 2020

    Your Oregon State Capitol is closed to the public beginning Wednesday, March 18 until further notice. For more information regarding this decision by Legislative leadership, please visit

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  11. 13 Mar 2020

    Cherry Blossom Day, Spring Break Passport to Fun!, and other programs and tours this month have been canceled at the Capitol, however the building remains open for business, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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  12. 4 Mar 2020

    Cherry blossoms have been spotted on the Capitol Mall! This is going to be an amazing season. Cherry Blossom Day at the Capitol, Saturday, March 21, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free and open to the public!

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  13. 28 Feb 2020

    Come and see artist Marilyn Artus today from noon to 1 p.m. in the Capitol Galleria as she sews on a stripe representing Oregon's ratification of the 19th amendment. This event is free and open to the public.

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  14. 18 Feb 2020

    Come and see this year's winning "Why I Love Oregon" essays through Friday, Feb. 21. This contest is run by the Salem Keizer Education Foundation and open to fourth graders in the district. Congratulations!

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  15. 14 Feb 2020

    Happy 161st birthday to our great state! You are the epitome of aging gracefully. "She flies with her own wings."

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  16. 7 Feb 2020

    Join us next weekend for Oregon's 161st Birthday party, Saturday, Feb. 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Free cupcakes provided by starting at 10:30 a.m. while supplies last!

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  17. 6 Feb 2020

    Busy day today here at the Capitol. If you are coming in for a hearing, or to watch the session, please give yourself some extra time. Also, all hearings and floor sessions are streamed live at , so you can watch from home!

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    Truck convoy for the rally hitting downtown Salem circling the All very organized & running smoothly. Expect traffic delays
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  18. 4 Feb 2020

    Come and see the original constitution of Oregon, on display now until February 15. On Feb. 15 an archivist will be with the exhibit to answer your questions about this document from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. We hope to see you here!

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  19. 31 Jan 2020

    The 2020 Legislative Session starts Monday, February 3. For more information visit:

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  20. 17 Jan 2020

    This is a reminder that your Oregon State Capitol will be closed on Monday, January 20 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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