Ninety-two years ago, the American Goldfinch became Iowa’s state bird. Today, Iowans are calling for a state horse, fish and ...

We all likely know several symbols of Minnesota, like the loon or Land of 10,000 Lakes being our state slogan, how many of ...

Adopted in 1911, the Colorado state flag features bold colors of blue, white, red, and gold, representing the sky, ...

Tom Carroll is a content creator for the Los Angeles Times. Before joining The Times in 2022, he created, produced and hosted the web series “ Tom Explores Los Angeles .” He has produced stories for ...

Symbols play a central role in the formation of national identity. Flags, anthems, and coats of arms are more than mere decorations; they serve as tangible representations of a nation’s shared past, ...