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About Salem, Oregon
It doesn’t end there though. The capitol was moved again in January 1855 to Corvallis, the result of a deeply divided legislature. But this lasted only to the end of the year whereby a bill was passed on December 15th, 1855 for the capitol to return to Salem.
This didn’t put the issue to rest, however. A vote was held in June 1856 to permanently decide where the capitol should be. The top two cities chosen would end up in a runoff. The initial vote came in with Eugene and Corvallis getting the most votes. However, many of these votes were deemed illegal, and as such, the two cities in the runoff became Eugene and Salem. The October runoff initially indicated that Eugene was the winner, but the low vote count resulted in this victory being ignored and Salem retaining capitol-hood.
But this still didn’t put the subject to bed. In 1862 the now State of Oregon put the matter to a popular vote. However, no city gained the requisite 50% of the vote. Then, in 1864 the same vote was brought forth. This time, Salem achieved 79% of the vote and was declared the capitol. The Oregon Constitution contains language that stipulates that the seat of government shall be in Marion County (of which Salem is the seat.)
Things to Do in Salem, Oregon
Gilbert Children’s House
The Gilbert Children’s House is a children’s science & art museum encompassing several Victorian houses in addition to an outdoor play area. Museum hours are Tuesday-Sunday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
The Willamette Heritage Center
The Willamette Heritage Center is a museum in Salem that provides a glimpse into the history of the Mid-Willamette Valley. Its 5-acre site features 14 historic buildings that house permanent and changing exhibits, as well as a textile learning center, research library, retail shops and art galleries/studios.
Deepwood Museum & Gardens
Deepwood is a Victorian historic house located on five acres in Salem. It contains formal gardens, nature trails, greenhouse, and original carriage house. Tours are given Wednesday-Saturday every hour from 9 am to noon.
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