In August 1895, the noted author Mark Twain visited Olympia as part of his 14-day journey through the Pacific Northwest, part of a world tour. And in modern times, there are two statues of the famous author in Thurston County.
“Captain America,” was shown in 1946 at Olympia’s Liberty Theater. This historic serial about “The Sentinel of Liberty” shows the changing history of theaters in the area.
By Drew Crooks Music has always been part of Olympia’s life. Many talented people have participated in the city’s musical activities. One such individual