State Symbols Guide

Virginia

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

Abbreviation
VA
Capital
Richmond
Population
8,631,393
Statehood
1788
Region
South
Symbols
1
Virginia flag

Official State Symbols

Northern Cardinal
State Bird

Northern Cardinal

Adopted 1950

Cardinalis cardinalis

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📊 Quick Facts

Official Name
Virginia
Abbreviation
VA
Capital City
Richmond
Population
8,631,393
Statehood Date
June 25, 1788
Region
South
Number of Symbols
1

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