State Symbols Guide

Minnesota

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

Abbreviation
MN
Capital
Saint Paul
Population
5,706,494
Statehood
1858
Region
Midwest
Symbols
1
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Official State Symbols

Common Loon
State Bird

Common Loon

Adopted 1961

Gavia immer

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📊 Quick Facts

Official Name
Minnesota
Abbreviation
MN
Capital City
Saint Paul
Population
5,706,494
Statehood Date
May 11, 1858
Region
Midwest
Number of Symbols
1

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