Flag of Minnesota
stateThe flag of Minnesota was adopted on May 11, 2024. Dark blue eight-pointed star on a K-shape, with a light blue field. It uses 3 colours: dark blue, light blue and white. The official proportions are 3:5.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Minnesota |
|---|---|
| Country | Minnesota |
| Official Country Name | State of Minnesota |
| Continent | North America |
| Region | United States |
| ISO Country Code | US-MN |
| Internet Domain | .us |
| Calling Code | +1 |
| Currency | United States dollar (USD) |
| National Language(s) | English |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Minnesota |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | May 11, 2024 |
| Current Version Adopted | May 11, 2024 |
| Flag Proportion | 3:5 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 3 |
| Main Colors | Dark Blue, Light Blue, White |
| Design Type | Dark blue eight-pointed star on a K-shape, with a light blue field |
| Official Status | Official State Flag |
| Government Authority | State Government of Minnesota |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dark Blue | #003865 | 0, 56, 101 | 100, 45, 0, 60 | |
| Light Blue | #78BE21 | 120, 190, 33 | 37, 0, 83, 25 | |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Dark Blue colour | Represents the shape of the state and the night sky |
|---|---|
| Light Blue colour | Represents the waters of the state |
| White colour | Represents the star |
| Eight-pointed star | The North Star, from the state motto “L’Étoile du Nord” |
| Redesign | Adopted in 2024 after a public commission replaced the previous seal-on-a-bedsheet design |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 2024-05-11 | 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 | 3:5 |
|---|---|
| Width | 3 units (hoist) |
| Length | 5 units (fly) |
Minnesota Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of Minnesota
| 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 | 2 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | May 11, 2024 |
| Most Common Color | Dark Blue |
| Similar Flags | Antarctica, Arkansas, Aruba |
| Unique Feature | Dark blue eight-pointed star on a K-shape, with a light blue field |
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Facts about the Flag of Minnesota
- Minnesota replaced its flag in 2024, retiring a seal-on-blue design that had flown since 1893 and was widely criticised for its depiction of a Native American figure.
- The new design is a simplified abstraction of the state's shape in dark blue against a light blue field, with an eight-pointed star.
- The winning concept came from a member of the public, Andrew Prekker, and was simplified further by the redesign commission before adoption.
- The flag of Minnesota was officially adopted on May 11, 2024.
- The flag in its present form is 2 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Dark blue eight-pointed star on a K-shape, with a light blue field.
- The official proportions are 3:5. It shares that ratio with 20 national flags.
- The flag uses 3 colours: dark blue, light blue and white.
- The dark blue on the flag stands for the shape of the state and the night sky.
- The light blue on the flag stands for the waters of the state.
- The white on the flag stands for the star.
- Eight-pointed star: The North Star, from the state motto “L’Étoile du Nord”.
- Redesign: Adopted in 2024 after a public commission replaced the previous seal-on-a-bedsheet design.
- 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: Antarctica, Arkansas and Aruba.
- Minnesota joined the Union on 11 May 1858, as the 32nd state.
- The state is nicknamed The North Star State.
- The state bird is the common loon.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Minnesota
When was the flag of Minnesota adopted?
The flag of Minnesota was officially adopted on May 11, 2024.
What do the colours of the flag of Minnesota mean?
Dark blue for the shape of the state and the night sky, light blue for the waters of the state and white for the star.
When did Minnesota become a state?
Minnesota entered the Union on 11 May 1858, as the 32nd state.
What do the symbols on the flag of Minnesota represent?
Eight-pointed star — The North Star, from the state motto “L’Étoile du Nord”. Redesign — Adopted in 2024 after a public commission replaced the previous seal-on-a-bedsheet design.
What are the proportions of the flag of Minnesota?
The official ratio is 3:5, which makes the flag rectangular. It shares those proportions with 20 national flags.
What are the state symbols of Minnesota?
The state bird is the common loon, the state flower is the pink and white lady's slipper and the motto is "L'Étoile du Nord — The star of the north".
Which flags look similar to the flag of Minnesota?
The closest matches are Antarctica, Arkansas and Aruba, which share both the construction and most of the colours.
How many colours are on the flag of Minnesota?
It uses 3 colours: dark blue, light blue and white.
Can I download the flag of Minnesota for free?
Yes. This page offers the flag of Minnesota 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 Minnesota?
The HEX values are Dark Blue #003865, Light Blue #78BE21 and White #FFFFFF. RGB, CMYK and HSL equivalents are listed in the colour table on this page.