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Called "The New Magnolia", the Mississippi state flag was adopted in 2021 and designed to represent a sense of hope and rebirth.
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Flag Adoption:
January 11, 2021
Symbols & Colors
- Gold star: The indigenous peoples
- Magnolia: Hospitality
- Blue: Justice & perseverance
- Red: Hardiness & valor
- Gold: Rich cultural history
Other Facts
Lead designer Rocky Vaughan was also supported by other designers in a collaborative effort: Sue Anna Joe, Kara Giles, Dominique Pugh, and Micah Whitson.