State Symbols Guide

Pennsylvania

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

Abbreviation
PA
Capital
Harrisburg
Population
13,002,700
Statehood
1787
Region
Northeast
Symbols
1
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Official State Symbols

Ruffed Grouse
State Bird

Ruffed Grouse

Adopted 1931

Bonasa umbellus

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📊 Quick Facts

Official Name
Pennsylvania
Abbreviation
PA
Capital City
Harrisburg
Population
13,002,700
Statehood Date
December 12, 1787
Region
Northeast
Number of Symbols
1

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