Salem is the capital of Oregon, located in the Pacific Northwest Region of the United States of America, and is the county seat of Marion County. Salem is located in the Willamette Valley, along the Willamette River. It is located 47 miles south of Portland and 64 miles north of Eugene. Salem was founded in 1842 and became the capital of the Oregon Territory, in 1851. Salem was incorporated in 1857. With a population of 156, 955, it is Oregon's third largest city and one of it's oldest. Salem is one of the most agriculturally productive regions in the world. Interesting facts about Oregon: 1) There is no sales tax in Oregon, except on hotels and car rentals. 2) Oregon is one of only two states where you cannot pump your own gas. 3) All Oregon voting is done by mail. NATIONWIDE SERVICE - If you are located in Oregon, or anywhere in the continental US, call or visit our website for more information. It is our mission to point your business in the right direction. Whether you are in need of signs, banners, vinyl lettering for your window or vehicle, poster frames, sign displays, sandwich boards, banner stands, trade show displays and graphics or large format digital printing, Arrowhead Signs is your one-stop shop. While on your tour around Salem keep on the lookout for beautiful signs and banners made by Arrowhead Signs!