State Symbols Guide
Michigan State Symbols & Official Emblems
The Midwest State • Explore official state symbols, history, facts, and cultural heritage.
Abbreviation
MI
Capital
Lansing
Population
10,077,331
Statehood
1837
Region
Midwest
Symbols
6
Official State Symbols
State Bird
American Robin
Turdus migratorius
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State Flag
Michigan State Flag
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State Flower
Apple Blossom
Malus domestica
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State Motto
Si Quaeris Peninsulam Amoenam Circumspice
Latin
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State Nickname
The Wolverine State
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State Tree
Eastern White Pine
Pinus strobus
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📊 Quick Facts
- Official Name
- Michigan
- Abbreviation
- MI
- Capital City
- Lansing
- Population
- 10,077,331
- Statehood Date
- January 26, 1837
- Region
- Midwest
- Number of Symbols
- 6
