Sounds of Liberty

Oregon Society Sons of the American Revolution, Republic Chapter| | website
Oregon State Capitol, 900 Court Street NE, Salem, OR

The Sounds of Liberty Program celebrates the Declaration of Independence, the Liberty Bell, and the ideals they represent. Join the Sons of the American Revolution for a reading of the Declaration of Independence, followed by ringing the Liberty Bell replica located on the grounds of the Oregon State Capitol in honor of the original 13 […]

Celebrating America’s 250th at the Oregon State Capitol – Passport to History and Democracy

Oregon State Capitol| website
Oregon State Capitol, 900 Court Street NE, Salem, OR

Join us on Saturday, June 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. as we celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary (the semiquincentennial)! Grab your souvenir passport to Oregon and America’s history (while supplies last.) Have your passport stamped at locations within the building and outside in the park and return for a 250th semiquincentennial gift. Passport stops […]

Cherry Blossom Day at the Capitol

Oregon State Capitol| website
Oregon State Capitol, 900 Court Street NE, Salem, OR

The third Saturday of March, by state statute, is Cherry Blossom Day at the capitol. Celebrate spring, the blossoming cherry trees in the Capitol Mall, and the impact of Japanese culture on our state. We will be celebrating with education, activities, and performances from 10am to 2pm. Free and open to the public. Parking is […]

Oregon’s Anniversary of Statehood Event

Oregon State Capitol| website
Oregon State Capitol, 900 Court Street NE, Salem, OR

​Come and join us in celebration of Oregon’s statehood. Oregon became a state on February 14, 1859, but we honor the history of the land since time immemorial with the inclusion of our sovereign tribes. This event is free and open to the public. Capitol doors will open at 10am. Please be aware there is […]