C-SPAN Cities Tour - Salem: Oregon State Capitol

Tour the Oregon State Capitol and learn how Salem became the capital of Oregon.  Tour Guide Dick Reese explains how Oregon went from a territory to becoming the 33rd state in 1859. Learn about the state's history through artwork displayed throughout the building including the rotunda, and legislative chambers. See the Pioneer Man, which is a gold plated statue that looks out over the city.

Visit: http://www.c-span.org/LocalContent/Salem

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