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North Dakota's official symbols
Nickname
The Peace Garden State
State bird
Western Meadowlark
State flower
Wild Prairie Rose
State tree
American Elm
State motto
Liberty and union, now and forever, one and inseparable
State song
North Dakota Hymn
Capital
Bismarck
Statehood year
1889
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 North Dakota got its nickname
North Dakota is best known as "The Peace Garden State." The nickname reflects the state's signature feature.
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