GrassRoutes Travel Guide to Olympia: The Sound of the City Next Door

Although Olympia is so small that it can just barely be called a city, with its small size it has moved mountains and set a strong example for success in quality education, environmental policy, and awareness of the state of the Earth. Talking to strangers is common practice, and a small but thriving arts culture brings a great number of film, graffiti, theater, and, of course, music lovers together to showcase their works. Olympia is a place that has made living with the planet a daily mantra, without sacrificing economic concerns or cultural activities.