Salem Oregon May 2019 Salem This was out first visit to Salem. While traveling around the United States since 2007, we have visited many state capitols. We love the history and uniqueness of each building. We enjoy seeing the building itself, as well as the well-maintained parks, art, and memorials. And we always perform the […]
A Village Washed Away Champoeg State Heritage Area Oregon May 2019 Stepping into a bygone era! From an important settlement to a ghost town, Champoeg (pronounced “Sham-poo-ee”, the Kalapuyan word for “edible root”) located in Champoeg State Heritage Area is worthwhile to visit, especially when you like history like me. Champoeg is the location where the
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Whenever we visit our sons in Seattle, we drive by Vancouver, Washington, just across the Columbia River. We never planned to visit, but after after reading an article in the AAA magazine, our curiosity was piqued. Surprisingly, Vancouver started in 1824, it is the oldest city in Washington State, and is therefore steeped with history!
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