Symbols & Colors

• Dark blue:  Outline of the state
• Bright blue:  10,000 lakes
• Star:  L’étoile du Nord (North Star)

Other Facts

This is the newest flag design to be adopted by a state and is a distinct change from Minnesota's previous flag. The 8-point star gives the illusion of four letter M's and can also be found on the floor of the rotunda of the Minnesota State capitol building.