Oregon Pioneer, Bronze statue at State Capitol Building in Salem, Oregon, US.
A thirteen-foot bronze figure stands at the highest point of the State Capitol Building, wearing frontier clothing and carrying a walking stick.
The Oregon Pioneer statue was installed in 1938 during the construction of the State Capitol Building, following the destruction of its predecessor by fire.
The statue represents the determination of early settlers who crossed the continent to establish new communities in the Pacific Northwest during the 1800s.
The statue functions as a weather vane, rotating with wind changes while maintaining its position 140 feet above the ground on the building's dome.
The bronze figure weighs 8.5 tons and required specialized equipment to lift and secure it atop the capitol dome during its installation.
GPS coordinates: 44.93848,-123.03044
Latest update: March 8, 2025 03:50
Oregon State Capitol
39 m
Elsinore Theatre
513 m
Mission Mill Museum
475 m
Waller Hall
143 m
Salem First United Methodist Church
396 m
Mark O. Hatfield Library
323 m
Oregon Supreme Court Building
221 m
Martha Springer Botanical Garden
355 m
The Circuit Rider
147 m
Oregon Civic Justice Center
204 m
Grand Theatre
584 m
Reverend Jason Lee
104 m
Lewis and Clark
38 m
Gatke Hall
253 m
Dr. John McLoughlin
104 m
Lausanne Hall
267 m
Eaton Hall
157 m
Oregon World War II Memorial
235 m
Covered Wagon
36 m
Art Building
139 m
Pacific Building
524 m
Ford Hall
200 m
Breyman Fountain
255 m
Sprague Fountain
269 m
Hatfield Fountain
381 m
Town and Gown
129 m
Oregon State Library Building
158 m
Pleasant Grove Presbyterian Church
475 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes