salem, oregon

Owen's 4th grade class, led by his teacher Mr. Walz, took an end of year trip to Oregon's State Capitol in Salem.  We got a great tour of the two houses, and got to walk to the top of the building where the statue sits.  Owen had to correct the tour guide on a few of the historical points.  A highlight was the governor's office, where we all got a chance to sit behind the big (ceremonial) desk.  We had a fun day with a picnic outside at a park, and a nice walk around the grounds.