Flag of Minnesota - Wikipedia
WEBThe state flag of the U.S. state of Minnesota consists of a dark blue field representing the night sky and the state's shape, an eight-pointed star representing the North Star, and a bright blue field representing the state's abundant waters; the star is based on one prominently featured in the Minnesota State Capitol rotunda.
Minnesota Secretary Of State - State Flag
WEBMay 11, 2024 · The Minnesota State Flag represents many of the state’s best-known traits including its many lakes and rivers and the North Star. On its left side, the flag contains a dark blue background with a white, 8-point star.
Why Is Minnesota Called the North Star State? - America Explained
WEBMay 17, 2024 · L’Etoile du Nord, or the "North Star State" was passed and adopted by the Minnesota Legislature in 1861. The state seal and flag are rich with significant state symbols that draw out the history of Minnesota and the meaning of the state motto.
Things to know about the new Minnesota state flag and seal
WEBDec 19, 2023 · ST PAUL, Minn. — Love it, hate it or yawn at it, Minnesota is set to get a new state flag this spring that echoes its motto of being the North Star State, replacing an old flag that brought...
Good Question: Why is Minnesota the North Star State?
WEBDec 19, 2023 · PAUL, Minn. — With all the attention on Minnesota's new state flag design, certain state symbols have risen in importance. The loon went to the state seal, but a bright beacon found a home on...
What to know about Minnesota’s new state flag and seal
WEBJan 3, 2024 · MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Love it, hate it or yawn at it, Minnesota is set to get a new state flag this spring that echoes its motto of being the North Star State, replacing an old flag that...
The North Star Flag (1989) - Minnesotans for a Better Flag
WEBThe North Star flag was voted “best overall” in an unofficial contest for a new Minnesota flag sponsored by the Saint Paul Pioneer Press (2001). The star recalls the state motto chosen by the pioneers, “L’etoile du Nord” (“The North Star”). The blue stripe represents our lakes and rivers.
Minnesota panel unveils new state flag featuring North Star | AP …
WEBThe new state flag should feature an eight-pointed North Star against a dark blue background shaped like the state, with a solid light blue field at the right, a special commission decided Monday as it picked a replacement for an older design that many Native Americans considered offensive.
Minnesota State Nickname The North Star State – 50states
WEB“L’Etoile du Nord” or “The Star of North” is the state motto of Minnesota. The “North Star State” has given people a sense of direction over the course of time. The motto was selected in 1861 and then-Governor Henry Sibley thought the saying would make a …
Minnesota's new state flag design finalized - Star Tribune
WEBDec 20, 2023 · It features the shape of Minnesota in a deep blue and topped with an eight-point star facing north. The design also features a solid block of light blue to represent Minnesota's water.