Rhode Island State
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Rhode Island State Symbols, Facts & Info
The United States of America accepted Rhode Island as the 13th state to enter the union. Below, you will find the official state symbols and interesting facts about Rhode Island.
State Name:
Rhode Island
Abbreviation:
RI
Capital:
Providence
Date of Statehood:
May 4, 1776
Population:
1,076,189 (US Census 2005 estimate)
Primary Agriculture:
Rural areas of Rhode Island support small-scale farming, including grapes for local wineries, turf grass and nursery stock.
Primary Industry:
Although Rhode Island is the smallest of the fifty states, it is highly industrialized. It is a primary center for jewelry manufacturing. It is also a major contributor in the U.S. Electronics, metal, plastic products. Ship and boat construction are other important industries. Non-manufacturing industries include research in health, medicine and the ocean environment.
Nickname:
The Ocean State
Motto:
Hope
Flower:
Violet (Legislation of 1968)
Tree:
Red Maple (Legislation of 1964)
Bird:
Rhode Island Red (Legislation of 1954)
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Fish:
Striped Bass (Legislation of 2000)
Insect:
None (Legislation Pending)
Gemstone:
None (Legislation Pending)
Official State Seal:
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Official State Flag:
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State Commemorative Quarter:
From the 1999-2008 United States Mint 50 State Quarters® Program
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State Postage Stamp:
From the 2002 United States Postal Service Greetings from America series.
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