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Laid out in 1851 as Smithfield, Olympia was later renamed for the nearby Olympic Mountains. Chosen as the territorial capital in 1853, Olympia developed port facilities and a lumber-based economy. Over time, it became a place of natural beauty, surrounded by the stunning Olympic Mountains and the Olympic National Park. The city’s history is intertwined with the growth of the state and its diverse industries, including oyster farming, dairying, brewing, and more. Olympia remains a vibrant and picturesque part of the Evergreen State