State Symbols Guide

Kansas

The Midwest State • Official symbols, facts, and history.

Abbreviation
KS
Capital
Topeka
Population
2,937,880
Statehood
1861
Region
Midwest
Symbols
1
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Official State Symbols

Western Meadowlark
State Bird

Western Meadowlark

Adopted 1937

Sturnella neglecta

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📊 Quick Facts

Official Name
Kansas
Abbreviation
KS
Capital City
Topeka
Population
2,937,880
Statehood Date
January 29, 1861
Region
Midwest
Number of Symbols
1

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