Stopping for a week in Castle Rock, Washington, we decided to spend a day in Olympia, just 50 miles north on I-5. We took a one hour guided tour of this beautiful building. We also went into the Temple of Justice where the Washington State Supreme Court meets when in session. The Washington State Capitol Campus is comprised of six classical style buildings and gardens completed in 1928.
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| Since Washington was the 42nd state to be admitted into the Union, there are 42 steps up to the front porch. |
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| This 10,000 pound chandelier is the largest ever created by Tiffany. It hangs from a 101 foot long chain in the center of the 175 foot tall rotunda. |
We were able to leave our car parked in the visitor parking lot and take the free Dash bus downtown to the Farmer's Market which is open Thursday through Sunday. We found some great tasting Washington cherries, strawberries and fresh baked cookies. While downtown we had a nice lunch at a little Italian restaurant. After lunch we hopped back onto the Dash for a ride to Sylvester Park.
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| Farmer's Market Main Building |
The Old Capitol Building, also referred to as The Castle, built in Sylvester Park in 1890 now serves as administration offices.
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| Old Capitol |
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| Washington State Flower is the Rhododendron. These large bushes are everywhere and in full bloom this time of year. |
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