Peek inside the Capitol as construction nears completion

Construction on the ground and basement levels of the Oregon State Capitol is nearing its final months.

Contractors expect the work to be finished in September, as part of a larger project set to end in 2026.

On the outside, parts of the building are covered in scaffolding, fences and construction equipment. Inside, noise from the construction is noticeable throughout the building, but it very occasionally impacts the daily operations of the Capitol during the…