The Wisconsin state quarter, released in 2004, features a dairy cow, cheese, and corn, reflecting the state’s agricultural industry. Wisconsin is known as the Dairy State and is the largest producer of cheese in the US. The state motto, “Forward,” is also displayed on the quarter. The design was chosen from over 9,000 submissions and […]
California has the most millionaires in the US, with 1.5% of the state’s population being millionaires. Hawaii has the highest percentage of millionaire households. Mississippi has the lowest rate of millionaires and one of the lowest median incomes. Los Angeles County has the most millionaires, but New York’s 10022 has the highest income ZIP code. […]
Goldenrod is Kentucky’s state flower, with nearly 100 species and 30 in Kentucky. It blooms in the fall and is often mistaken for causing allergies, but it’s actually ragweed. Goldenrod has ecological relationships with insects, including the goldenrod woodworm. It was used to make “liberty tea” during the Boston Tea Party and was considered a […]
Fort Mountain State Park in Tennessee has over 6,700 acres of land with campsites, cottages, and horse accommodation. The park features a wall, possibly built by American Indians, and offers activities such as hiking, horseback riding, and swimming. State parks are managed by state governments and are protected land. Fort Mountain State Park is a […]
Delaware, not Georgia, is known as the Peach State due to its once-abundant peach harvest. The peach blossom is Delaware’s state flower, and the peach tree is native to China. Despite a devastating blight in the 19th century, the peach blossom remains beloved in Delaware. Many people, if asked which state in the United States […]
The Oregon State Quarter was issued in 2005 as the 6th specially designed district in the State Quarters Series. It features Crater Lake, Watchmen and Hillman Peaks, and Wizard Island, with the year Oregon became a state and the year of issue. It was chosen over other designs by the Governor of Oregon and has […]
Starved Rock State Park in Illinois, the second oldest state park in the state, is named after an unverified Indian legend. The park offers hiking, eagle-watching, boat rides, and a replica of Fort St. Louis. The park has 18 canyons, and many trails, bridges, and shelters built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Admission and parking […]
The Michigan state flag features a blue background with a coat of arms representing the state’s landscape, wildlife, and history. The flag includes mottos such as “E Pluribus Unum” and “Si Quaeris Peninsulam Amoenam Circumspice”. The coat of arms shares similarities with the Hudson Bay Trading Company. The flag was enshrined in Michigan state law […]
The California valley quail is the state bird of California, known for its small tuft on its head and distinctive appearance. They live in groups and lay eggs in hollow nests on the ground, with a single pair producing over two dozen eggs per season. The state bird of California is the California valley quail. […]
The Douglas fir is the state tree of Oregon and a valuable resource for the lumber and paper industries, providing jobs for many Oregonians. It grows primarily in the western half of the state and has a distinctive triangular shape with flat needles and brown cones. Logging led to a boom in the economy, but […]
The state tree of Arizona is the palo verde, with two species found in the region. They are deciduous trees that bloom yellow flowers in spring and have green branches that help with photosynthesis during dry periods. The leaves and pods are food for various animals, and the tree has cultural and practical uses. The […]
Georgia’s state seal, adopted in 1799, represents the state’s natural resources and dedication to justice and the US Constitution. The seal is the binding sign of official state documents, overseen by the secretary of state, and has been concealed twice to protect its authority. In 1868, Secretary of State Nathan Barrett hid the seal to […]
Iowa has the largest pig and hog population in the US with 19.7 million, while North Carolina has 8.6 million. Pig consumption peaked in the US in 1944 at 54 pounds per person and is predicted to be around 44 pounds in 2012. As of May 2012, Iowa had 19.7 million pigs and pigs, more […]
South Dakota has had three official state flags, with the first design being too expensive to maintain. Each version incorporates the state seal, designed before statehood. The 1909 flag had a bright sun on one side and the seal on the other, while the 1963 design combined both symbols on one side. In 1992, the […]
Nebraska’s state flag was designed in 1925 and adopted in 1963. It features the Great Seal of the State of Nebraska on a blue background, depicting scenes of agriculture, industry, trade, and expansion. Advertisers are prohibited from using the flag for promotion, and it must be flown below or to the left of the US […]
Palomar Mountain State Park in San Diego County is a year-round state-run public park popular for hiking, camping, picnicking, and fishing. The park has a rich history and offers panoramic views, diverse vegetation, and wildlife. It has 31 campsites, picnic areas, and Doane’s Pond for fishing. Palomar Mountain State Park is located in San Diego […]
The wild rose was chosen as Iowa’s state flower in 1897, but the specific species was not specified. The wild prairie rose eventually became the official state flower, but Rosa blanda and Rosa carolina are also contenders. Each species grows in different regions of Iowa and has distinct characteristics. Iowa selected the wild rose as […]
The Montana state flag features a blue background with the state seal, farm equipment, the Missouri River, and the motto “Oro y plata” representing the state’s mining history. It was first recognized in 1905 and underwent changes in 1981 and 1985 to include the state name and a uniform look. The flag was originally used […]
“Maryland, My Maryland” is the state song of Maryland, set to the tune of “O, Tannenbaum.” It was written by James Ryder Randall during the Civil War, expressing sympathy for the Confederate cause. The song contains derogatory terms towards Northerners and Abraham Lincoln, causing controversy. Despite efforts to change the lyrics, the song remains the […]
The thrush is the state bird of Texas, chosen for its presence throughout the state and reputation for defending its territory. It is a medium-sized songbird found in various habitats across North America and the Caribbean. During mating season, males stake out nesting territories and sing continuously while females lay eggs and incubate them. In […]
