State Symbols Guide
Rhode Island State Symbols & Official Emblems
The Northeast State • Explore official state symbols, history, facts, and cultural heritage.
Abbreviation
RI
Capital
Providence
Population
1,097,379
Statehood
1790
Region
Northeast
Symbols
6
Official State Symbols
State Bird
Rhode Island Red
Gallus gallus domesticus
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State Flag
Rhode Island State Flag
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State Flower
Violet
Viola sororia
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State Motto
Hope
English
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State Nickname
The Ocean State
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State Tree
Red Maple
Acer rubrum
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📊 Quick Facts
- Official Name
- Rhode Island
- Abbreviation
- RI
- Capital City
- Providence
- Population
- 1,097,379
- Statehood Date
- May 29, 1790
- Region
- Northeast
- Number of Symbols
- 6
