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Washington State Capitol, Olympia

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Monument · Tourist Spot
The Washington State Capitol or Legislative Building in Olympia is the home of the government of the state of Washington. It contains chambers for the Washington State Legislature and offices for the governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state and treasurer and is part of a campus consisting of several buildings. Buildings for the Washington Supreme Court, executive agencies and the Washington Governor's Mansion are part of the capitol campus.

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    It was a family visit for us. The whole area offers great views of Olympia state government buildings and beautiful surroundings. There is plenty of material for a tourist to know about Washington...  more »
  • By Sissyd62
    Went for the first time ever. It’s kind of cool. Go on the weekends walk around the gift shop is in the basement.  more »
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