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MEMaine State Symbols
Maine's official symbols
Nickname
The Pine Tree State
State bird
Black-capped Chickadee
State flower
White Pine Cone and Tassel
State tree
Eastern White Pine
State motto
Dirigo ("I lead")
State song
State of Maine Song
Capital
Augusta
Statehood year
1820
About state symbols
Every US state has officially designated symbols — usually a bird, flower, tree, motto, and song — chosen to represent the state's identity, history, or natural environment. These symbols often appear on state license plates, state quarters, government seals, and tourism materials.
How Maine got its nickname
Maine is best known as "The Pine Tree State." The nickname reflects the state's signature feature.
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