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The new Minnesota state flag, officially unveiled on May 11, 2024, features a modern and meaningful design reflecting the state’s identity and natural beauty.

Key Features of the New Flag:

Colors:

• A dark blue background symbolizes the sky.
• A light blue band represents Minnesota’s numerous lakes and rivers.

Iconography:

• An eight-pointed white star, called the "North Star," highlights Minnesota's state motto, L'Étoile du Nord (The Star of the North).

Simplicity: Designed to be recognizable and easy to reproduce, even by children.

This redesign replaced the older flag, which had been criticized for its complex imagery and lack of inclusivity. The process included public submissions and deliberations by the Minnesota State Emblems Redesign Commission to ensure the design resonated with modern Minnesotans while honoring their heritage​.