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We are an all-volunteer community organization supporting the historic South Capitol Neighborhood in Olympia, Washington.
Latest Neighborhood News
- Absolutely Free Sharing Market returns to Thurston County Fairgrounds next week
The Thurston County Absolutely Free Sharing Market promotes community connection through the free exchange of goods, food, and skills. Originating as a modest event in 2025, it quickly grew in popularity. By 2026, the market aimed for sustainability, fostering community spirit while minimizing waste. Upcoming events are scheduled for September. - Reminder – fourth annual South Capitol neighborhood picnic is Sunday, Sept 13thIt’s mid-August and summer seems to be flying by. And that means it’s almost time for our fourth annual neighborhood picnic, which is shaping up to be another fun event! Invitations should be arriving soon via snail mail. Please come! We’d love to have you join us! South Capitol Neighborhood BBQ PicnicSunday, Sept 13th, 2Continue reading “Reminder – fourth annual South Capitol neighborhood picnic is Sunday, Sept 13th”
- Capitol Way S Overnight Closure – August 20-21
Submitted by: Tiffani King, Senior Engineering Plans Examiner, City of Olympia A section of Capitol Way S will be closed to all traffic, including emergency vehicles, beginning at 7 p.m. on Thursday, August 20. The road will reopen at 5 a.m. the following morning. This closure affects Capitol Way S between 14th Avenue/Sid Snyder Avenue and 15th Avenue. TheContinue reading “Capitol Way S Overnight Closure – August 20-21” - New Proposed Regulations on Home-Based BusinessesSubmitted by: Casey Schaufler, Associate Planner, City of Olympia Editor’s note: The City of Olympia is considering changing the rules governing home-based businesses. Home-based businesses are operated by a full-time resident in a residential zone and are restricted by various criteria. This is the first update to the home-based business regulations in many years, andContinue reading “New Proposed Regulations on Home-Based Businesses”
- Know Your Rights Training brings neighbors togetherMorgan Montes, SCNA Treasurer On July 8, 2026, the South Capitol Neighborhood Association was pleased to host the Thurston County Immigrant Solidarity League (THISL) for a Know Your Rights training. Thank you to everyone who joined us for an evening of learning and thoughtful discussion. The presentation provided an overview of constitutional rights that applyContinue reading “Know Your Rights Training brings neighbors together”
- 2026 Annual Meeting MinutesSouth Capitol Neighborhood Association Annual Meeting MinutesWeds, June 10, 2026 7 – 8 pmLincoln Elementary School cafeteria Note: On June 21, 2026, Gerry Apple made a motion to approve the June 10, 2026 annual meeting minutes via email vote. John Saunders seconded. Ten board members voted in favor, and the motion passed. Introductions and CallContinue reading “2026 Annual Meeting Minutes”
What is Happening
Find out about upcoming events and get on our email list so you never miss a thing.
Nuts & Bolts
New to the neighborhood? Find your way with this information on setting up your household. Figure out your trash days, sign up for utilities, enroll kids in school, get your parking permit, register your pet, and more.
Discover Our History
Learn why we are on the National Register of Historic Places, how we became a destination neighborhood on Halloween, what our indigenous roots are, and how our neighborhood developed along with the State Capitol in the 20th century.
Walking Tour
The South Capitol Neighborhood contains many classic American styles of Architecture. This tour tells the stories of about 50 homes in the neighborhood, including early photos, when available, of each property.
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