Marion County

Explore the Beaver State's past and future in Marion County with a visit to the Oregon State Capitol building in Salem, Oregon's capital city. It is one of only three state capitols built in the Art Deco architectural style and is topped with the Oregon Pioneer—a 22 foot tall bronze sculpture of a golden woodsman. Guided tours are available, including a tour of the tower which offers a 360-degree view of the City of Salem and surrounding Willamette Valley. Hint: try to time your visit to go in the spring, because the cherry blossoms blooming around the Capitol are a feast for the senses.