Flag of Louisiana
stateThe flag of Louisiana was adopted on November 22, 2010. Blue field with a pelican in her piety and a motto scroll. It uses 3 colours: blue, white and gold. The official proportions are 2:3.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Louisiana |
|---|---|
| Country | Louisiana |
| Official Country Name | State of Louisiana |
| Continent | North America |
| Region | United States |
| ISO Country Code | US-LA |
| Internet Domain | .us |
| Calling Code | +1 |
| Currency | United States dollar (USD) |
| National Language(s) | English |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Louisiana |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | November 22, 2010 |
| Current Version Adopted | November 22, 2010 |
| Flag Proportion | 2:3 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 3 |
| Main Colors | Blue, White, Gold |
| Design Type | Blue field with a pelican in her piety and a motto scroll |
| Official Status | Official State Flag |
| Government Authority | State Government of Louisiana |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | #00205B | 0, 32, 91 | 100, 65, 0, 64 | |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 | |
| Gold | #FFD100 | 255, 209, 0 | 0, 18, 100, 0 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Blue colour | Represents the field |
|---|---|
| White colour | Represents the pelicans and scroll |
| Gold colour | Represents the nest |
| Pelican in her piety | A mother pelican wounding her breast to feed her three chicks — self-sacrifice, and the state bird |
| Motto | “Union, Justice, Confidence” |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 2010-11-22 | The current flag was officially adopted |
| Present | The flag remains in official use |
| Present | The flag remains in official use |
Flag Dimensions and Construction
| Official Ratio | 2:3 |
|---|---|
| Width | 2 units (hoist) |
| Length | 3 units (fly) |
Louisiana Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of Louisiana
| Flag Type | Use | Link |
|---|---|---|
| National Flag | National representation | View flag |
| Civil Flag | Used by civilians | View flag |
| State Flag | Used by government | View flag |
| War Flag | Used during military operations | View flag |
| Naval Ensign | Used by the navy | View flag |
| Air Force Flag | Used by the air force | View flag |
| Presidential Standard | Used by the head of state | View flag |
| Royal Standard | Used by the monarch | View flag |
| Historical Flag | Previous national flag | View flag |
Quick Facts About the Flag
| Flag Age | 16 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | November 22, 2010 |
| Most Common Color | Blue |
| Similar Flags | Alaska, Antarctica, Arkansas |
| Unique Feature | Blue field with a pelican in her piety and a motto scroll |
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Facts about the Flag of Louisiana
- The pelican tearing its own breast to feed its young is an old Christian emblem of self-sacrifice, and Louisiana has used it since before statehood.
- In 2006 it emerged that the pelican on the official flag had no drops of blood, though the state seal specified three. The flag was corrected in 2010 to add them.
- The flag of Louisiana was officially adopted on November 22, 2010.
- The flag in its present form is 16 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Blue field with a pelican in her piety and a motto scroll.
- The official proportions are 2:3. It shares that ratio with 83 national flags.
- The flag uses 3 colours: blue, white and gold.
- The blue on the flag stands for the field.
- The white on the flag stands for the pelicans and scroll.
- The gold on the flag stands for the nest.
- Pelican in her piety: A mother pelican wounding her breast to feed her three chicks — self-sacrifice, and the state bird.
- Motto: “Union, Justice, Confidence”.
- The design belongs to the "Plain field with a central emblem" family, shared with 70 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Alaska, Antarctica and Arkansas.
- Louisiana joined the Union on 30 April 1812, as the 18th state.
- The state is nicknamed The Pelican State.
- The state bird is the brown pelican, which appears on the flag itself.
- The state flower is the magnolia.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Louisiana
When was the flag of Louisiana adopted?
The flag of Louisiana was officially adopted on November 22, 2010.
What do the colours of the flag of Louisiana mean?
Blue for the field, white for the pelicans and scroll and gold for the nest.
When did Louisiana become a state?
Louisiana entered the Union on 30 April 1812, as the 18th state.
What do the symbols on the flag of Louisiana represent?
Pelican in her piety — A mother pelican wounding her breast to feed her three chicks — self-sacrifice, and the state bird. Motto — “Union, Justice, Confidence”.
What are the proportions of the flag of Louisiana?
The official ratio is 2:3, which makes the flag rectangular. It shares those proportions with 83 national flags.
What are the state symbols of Louisiana?
The state bird is the brown pelican, which appears on the flag itself, the state flower is the magnolia and the motto is "Union, Justice, Confidence".
Which flags look similar to the flag of Louisiana?
The closest matches are Alaska, Antarctica and Arkansas, which share both the construction and most of the colours.
How many colours are on the flag of Louisiana?
It uses 3 colours: blue, white and gold.
Can I download the flag of Louisiana for free?
Yes. This page offers the flag of Louisiana in SVG, PNG, JPG and WebP at several sizes. The files are free to use for any purpose and no attribution is required.
What are the colour codes of the flag of Louisiana?
The HEX values are Blue #00205B, White #FFFFFF and Gold #FFD100. RGB, CMYK and HSL equivalents are listed in the colour table on this page.