Cracked portion of the Legislative building.
Pillars of the Legislative Building being reinforced.
Person standing on the aftermath of the trail from the Nisqually earthquake. Another person in blue is standing to the right, behind the first person.
Another view of the cracked shift on the Governor's Mansion.
25 years ago today, the Nisqually earthquake shook Western Washington. The Legislative Building dome shifted from its original position! Though the internal structure stayed solid. ๐ฎโ๐จ
The quake also impacted nearby buildings + trails. Explore more of our history โก๏ธCapitol.wa.gov
28.02.2026 10:01 โ
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The Governor's Mansion chandeliers in the ballroom.
Celebrate the women who shaped Washingtonโs history this #WomensHistoryMonth! โค๏ธ Governorโs Mansion tours will feature a special exhibit on women of the WA State Supreme Court on March 4 and 11. Reserve your free spot before they fill up!! โก๏ธ Capitol.wa.gov.
26.02.2026 14:30 โ
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Three trees planted with two wooden stakes supporting each tree. The Legislative building sits in the right-side background.
Three trees planted with two wooden stakes supporting each tree. The Legislative building sits in the left-side background.
Moon tree sapling on Capitol Campus. It's held up by two wooden poles.
Moon tree sapling on Capitol Campus. It's held up by two wooden poles.
Want to see a living piece of space history? ๐๐ Three Moon Trees were planted on campus six years ago, TODAY. Located at Capitol Way & 11th Ave, these trees were grafted from the original Apolloโera Moon Tree. And, itโs free for anyone to visit. ๐ Learn more: Capitol.wa.gov.
13.02.2026 15:02 โ
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Person educating a group of young people outside of the Legislative building.
Person educating a group of young people.
Person educating a group of young people about HVAC systems. There are pipes and innerworkings of a building all around them.
Person educating a group of young people outside of the Legislative building.
Math students from Vashon High School toured Capitol Campus to see how our buildings are heated, cooled, and lit. From HVAC systems to the campus Powerhouse, students saw how data science supports sustainable operations across campus. ๐ฉโ๐ป Book a tour today: Capitol.wa.gov/tours ๐ค
11.02.2026 14:02 โ
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Signage with text regarding the Washington Centennial Time Capsule.
The Washington Centennial Time Capsule.
"Keepers of the Capsule" signage with text regarding the Washington Centennial Time Capsule.
Did you know the Capitol Campus has the worldโs only โrenewableโ time capsule?? The capsule is filled every 25 years and wonโt be opened until 2389. It features a Native American design by Makah Master Carver Greg Colfax. ๐ฉโ๐ป A must-see inside the Legislative Building! Learn more: Capitol.wa.gov.
06.02.2026 15:30 โ
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Washington, weโre thinking of you. โค๏ธ Thank you to our staff, and our state agency partners, who are working around the clock to source critical supplies, coordinate transportation, and provide on-site support at the stateโs Emergency Operations Center. #WAflooding
23.12.2025 01:12 โ
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Person scanning a sign titled, "Improving Accessibility on Capitol Campus."
Last call! ๐ Access should be the foundation, not an afterthoughtโฆ
๐Survey: https://loom.ly/V_72n_U
๐Learn more: https://loom.ly/eG7F_ZI
Letโs build a campus that reflects all of us. ๐
26.08.2025 10:04 โ
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Matt Jones, DES director.
Matt Jones was recently appointed our agency director! ๐ From small business support to campus stewardship, his commitment to elevating DES is helping build a better WA for all. ๐ค #SmartGovernment
Learn more: loom.ly/7E_HnB8
17.07.2025 19:10 โ
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DES' Surplus team.
$80M in sales, $64M returnedโhelping agencies thrive & reducing waste! โป๏ธ Every repurposed item fuels sustainability & reinvestment in our communities. From collectibles to office supplies, shop today & be part of the impact. ๐ Join the celebration! ๐โก๏ธ des.wa.gov/services/buy...
30.05.2025 22:17 โ
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Industrial web press printer.
Part of what we do at DES is repurpose surplus goodsโoffice supplies, computers, vehicles & more! Currently for sale: a Muller Martini Concept Web Pressโa seven-unit printer ready for its next home. ๐ฒ๐
๐ก Explore our auction & store โก๏ธhttps://des.wa.gov/services/buy-surplus
12.05.2025 17:37 โ
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Washington Small Business Fair
Weโre excited that DES is participating at BizFair 2025 on 5/15 in Spokane! ๐ค The FREE, all-government and nonprofit-run event is designed to help entrepreneurs with their businesses. Stop by our table to learn more about how we support small business success! Register now at www.bizfair.wa.gov ๐ฉโ๐ป
01.05.2025 21:14 โ
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DES starts two-month study around Capitol Lake | Washington State Capitol Campus
Whatโs happening at Capitol Lake? ๐ Soil & sediment sampling for Deschutes Estuary restoration starts now! ๐ฑ
Expect 2 months of work, detours, closures & signs sharing project updates. Learn more: capitol.wa.gov/our-story/ne.... ๐
30.04.2025 21:08 โ
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Happy๐Day! From buildings to vehicles, DES = reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner WA. Thanks to collaboration w/ @ecology.wa.gov & @wastatecommerce.bsky.social, weโve surpassed 2030 greenhouse gas goals + are closing in on our 2040 targets. ๐โป๏ธ Read the report: apps.ecology.wa.gov/publications...
23.04.2025 00:10 โ
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DES Website User Survey
Weโre enhancing our website to better serve you, and your feedback makes all the difference! ๐ค Take our 10-min survey by April 25 to let us know how we can improve your experience. We appreciate your input! ๐
Survey โก๏ธ survey.alchemer.com/s3/8238098/6...
18.04.2025 22:33 โ
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Members of Washington State Legislative Internship Program in front of the Legislative building.
Students of WSU College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences in front of the Legislative building.
Young minds, big ideas, and cherry blossoms in full bloomโcollegiate students showed us the power of civic engagement during their Capitol Campus visit. ๐ธ Shoutout to WSU College of Pharmacy and the WA State Legislative Internship program for stopping by! Learn more: capitol.wa.gov/our-story/ne...
11.04.2025 22:55 โ
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Deschutes Parkway near the Interpretive Center on Capitol Campus.
Did you know Deschutes Parkway is part of Capitol Campus? ๐ฟ We're fixing potholes with Aquaphalt, an eco-friendly, water-activated material that sets in 15 mins. Thoughtful repairs keep this scenic route accessible for all! ๐ Learn more: capitol.wa.gov/discover/par....
09.04.2025 21:07 โ
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Person plugging an EV charger into a car's charging port.
Person using the tap to pay feature on an EV charger.
Zero-emission vehicles = a cleaner tomorrow. ๐ A new pilot program in WA state is making EV charging more efficient for agency drivers! ๐Read on: des.wa.gov/about/news-c...
31.03.2025 15:48 โ
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Hello Bluesky community! Weโre thrilled to connect with you here. ๐ Our mission is strengthening the business of government for a sustainable and just future. We help state agencies save resources and care for our stateโs Capitol Campus in Olympia. Follow us for updates, resources, and insights. ๐
14.03.2025 22:51 โ
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