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There is an
abundance of things to do and see in the Thurston County
Area. You'll find a wide variety of parks, museums
and other items of interest to fill your calendar
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The Capitol Campus
Olympia's stately Legislative Building was completed in
1928. It stands 28 stories high, and was the last great
domed capitol built in the United States. Surrounded by
stunning buildings, landscaped seasonal gardens,
greenhouses, fountains and monuments, the Legislative
Building also overlooks Capitol Lake. (360) 586-TOUR
Downtown
Olympia
The rich heritage, history, and culture of Olympia is
reflected in the downtown galleries, unusual shops, and
specialty restaurants tucked among the historic
buildings. Within walking distance are many visitor
attractions, such as the Capitol Campus, the Washington
State Historical Museum, the Farmers Market, and
Percival Landing.
Farmers Market
The Farmers Market, the State's largest, offers the
finest in handicrafts, baked goods, and fresh produce.
Not only can you shop, have lunch and listen to live
music. Open April through December, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00
p.m. (360) 352-9096
Lacey Historical Museum
First a residence, the museum also served as Lacey City
Hall and the Fire Department. It now features exhibits
illustrating the community's history from the days of
the Oregon Trail to the present. Open Thursday through
Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (360) 459-2538
Mima Mounds
Small Mountains made out of molehills. The mounds are
mysterious, evenly spaced rounded hills twenty minutes
from downtown Olympia. Explore these geologic formations
of unknown origin. (360) 748-2383 or (360)
753-1519
Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge
Offering miles of level trails for those interested in
Puget Sound Wildlife, especially birds. To help capture
your findings, they are complete with viewing platforms
and photo blinds.
(360) 753-1519
Percival Landing
One and a half miles of boardwalk with a view of Puget
Sound, the Olympic Mountains, and the Capitol Dome.
Artwork and interpretive displays outline the history of
the harbor. A lookout tower is located along the
boardwalk, in Percival Park.
Tenino Sandstone Buildings
Tenino is famous for its sandstone, which was used in
building most of the towns original structures. The
quarry is now a unique swimming pool near Park Street. A
"must see" is the Tenino Depot Museum. (360)
264-4621
The Washington State Capitol Museum
Housed inside the Lord Mansion, built in 1923, the
museum is dedicated to preserving the political history
and culture of Olympia. Open Tuesday through Friday from
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from
Noon to 4:00 p.m. (360) 753-2580
Yashiro Japanese Garden
Located next to Olympia City Hall, this garden provides
an enclosed, peaceful setting in the spirit of the
meditation gardens of Olympia's sister city Yashiro.
(360) 753-8380
Artesian Spring
Wells
On the corner of 4th and Washington, downtown Olympia,
you'll find a spring fed fountain which spouts water
from its own artesian well. Residents enjoy
several of these natural springs throughout the downtown
area.
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For
information on parks and recreation in the Thurston County
Area, please visit one of the sites or contact the parks
departments directly using the information below.
Lacey
Parks
Olympia Parks
Thurston County Parks
Tumwater Parks
Washington State Parks
or
1-800-562-0990
Yelm
Parks
Tenino Parks
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