Flag of Missouri
stateThe flag of Missouri was adopted on March 22, 1913. Horizontal tricolour with the state seal in a ring of stars. It uses 3 colours: red, white and blue. The official proportions are 7:12.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Missouri |
|---|---|
| Country | Missouri |
| Official Country Name | State of Missouri |
| Continent | North America |
| Region | United States |
| ISO Country Code | US-MO |
| Internet Domain | .us |
| Calling Code | +1 |
| Currency | United States dollar (USD) |
| National Language(s) | English |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Missouri |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | March 22, 1913 |
| Current Version Adopted | March 22, 1913 |
| Flag Proportion | 7:12 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 3 |
| Main Colors | Red, White, Blue |
| Design Type | Horizontal tricolour with the state seal in a ring of stars |
| Official Status | Official State Flag |
| Government Authority | State Government of Missouri |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red | #BF0A30 | 191, 10, 48 | 0, 95, 75, 25 | |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 | |
| Blue | #002868 | 0, 40, 104 | 100, 62, 0, 59 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Red colour | Represents valour |
|---|---|
| White colour | Represents purity |
| Blue colour | Represents vigilance, permanency and justice |
| Two grizzly bears | Strength and bravery, holding a shield with the US arms and a crescent moon |
| Twenty-four stars | Missouri as the 24th state |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1913-03-22 | 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 | 7:12 |
|---|---|
| Width | 7 units (hoist) |
| Length | 12 units (fly) |
Missouri Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of Missouri
| 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 | 113 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | March 22, 1913 |
| Most Common Color | Red |
| Similar Flags | Argentina, Cambodia, Colorado |
| Unique Feature | Horizontal tricolour with the state seal in a ring of stars |
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Facts about the Flag of Missouri
- The three horizontal bands are the French tricolour rearranged, marking Missouri's origin in French territory.
- The twenty-four stars around the seal mark Missouri as the twenty-fourth state, and the seal itself shows both the United States arms and a grizzly bear.
- The flag was designed by Marie Elizabeth Watkins Oliver over several years and adopted in 1913; her original hand-sewn flag survives.
- The flag of Missouri was officially adopted on March 22, 1913.
- The flag in its present form is 113 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Horizontal tricolour with the state seal in a ring of stars.
- The official proportions are 7:12.
- The flag uses 3 colours: red, white and blue.
- The red on the flag stands for valour.
- The white on the flag stands for purity.
- The blue on the flag stands for vigilance, permanency and justice.
- Two grizzly bears: Strength and bravery, holding a shield with the US arms and a crescent moon.
- Twenty-four stars: Missouri as the 24th state.
- The design belongs to the "Horizontal tricolour with a central emblem" family, shared with 19 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Argentina, Cambodia and Colorado.
- Missouri joined the Union on 10 August 1821, as the 24th state.
- The state is nicknamed The Show Me State.
- The state bird is the eastern bluebird.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Missouri
When was the flag of Missouri adopted?
The flag of Missouri was officially adopted on March 22, 1913.
What do the colours of the flag of Missouri mean?
Red for valour, white for purity and blue for vigilance, permanency and justice.
When did Missouri become a state?
Missouri entered the Union on 10 August 1821, as the 24th state.
What do the symbols on the flag of Missouri represent?
Two grizzly bears — Strength and bravery, holding a shield with the US arms and a crescent moon. Twenty-four stars — Missouri as the 24th state.
What are the proportions of the flag of Missouri?
The official ratio is 7:12, which makes the flag rectangular.
What are the state symbols of Missouri?
The state bird is the eastern bluebird, the state flower is the hawthorn and the motto is "Salus populi suprema lex esto — Let the welfare of the people be the supreme law".
Which flags look similar to the flag of Missouri?
The closest matches are Argentina, Cambodia and Colorado, which share both the construction and most of the colours.
How many colours are on the flag of Missouri?
It uses 3 colours: red, white and blue.
Can I download the flag of Missouri for free?
Yes. This page offers the flag of Missouri 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 Missouri?
The HEX values are Red #BF0A30, White #FFFFFF and Blue #002868. RGB, CMYK and HSL equivalents are listed in the colour table on this page.