…Continued from Governor’s Ceremonial Office.
Oregon State Capitol Senate Chamber on December 22, 2006
The Senate chamber features paneling and furniture of black walnut.
Oregon State Capitol Senate Chamber on December 22, 2006
The carpet depicts wheat and salmon, symbolizing Oregon's agricultural and fishing industries.
Oregon State Capitol Senate Chamber on December 22, 2006
The mural behind the Senate President's desk is by Frank H. Schwarz and depicts a downtown Salem street scene when Oregon's admission into the Union was announced.
Oregon State Capitol Senate Chamber on December 22, 2006
The friezes near the ceiling in each of the two-story legislative chambers contain the names of 157 men and women who were connected in some manner with the history and background of Oregon.
Oregon State Capitol Senate Chamber on December 22, 2006
The Senate Chamber and the House of Representatives Chamber are virtually identical, except for the décor and the number of desks and chairs.
Oregon State Capitol Senate Chamber on December 22, 2006
Each chamber features a mezzanine level gallery with seating for the public to view the legislative sessions.
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