Iowa State Flags

Iowa Flag Buying Guide: Choosing the Right Material for the Heartland

Hoisting the "Iowa Banner" requires a material that can withstand freezing winters and sweltering, humid summers. Match your Iowa region to our American-made fabrics:

• For High-Wind & Open Prairies: We recommend our 2-Ply Tough-Ply Polyester Iowa Flags. This is our "Prairie-Grade" fabric, engineered to let high-velocity winds pass through the material. It is the essential choice for Sioux City, Council Bluffs, and exposed rural farmsteads where wind is constant.

• For Brilliant Color & Daily Display: Our Heavy-Duty Nylon Iowa Flags are the #1 choice for homes from Cedar Rapids to Davenport. They are vapor-jetted with UV-inhibitors to protect the deep "French Blue" and "Old Glory Red" stripes from sun-bleaching, ensuring the intricate eagle detail stays sharp.

• The Tidmore Standard: Every Iowa flag we sell is 100% Made in the USA, FMAA-certified, and strictly follows the official design established in 1921. We ensure the eagle and the "Iowa" text are perfectly proportioned.

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Iowa Flag Sizes & Flagpole Recommendations

While our Heavy-Duty Nylon is the standard for color, and our 2-Ply Polyester is built for the Heartland winds, the most important factor in a professional display is the scale. Before you order, see our Iowa State Flag Size Guide to learn why a 20ft residential pole typically requires a 3x5ft flag, whereas a 25ft pole—common for schools and county courthouses—is better suited for a 4x6ft design to ensure Official Iowa Proportions.

Pairing the American Flag with the Iowa State Flag

Flying the American flag alongside the Iowa state flag creates a respectful, balanced display for homes, businesses, schools, and government buildings. To simplify sizing and ensure proper etiquette, our American flag and Iowa state flag bundle pairs both flags in matched materials, proportions, and finishes for indoor or outdoor use.

Indoor Iowa Flag Presentation Set

Pair your Iowa flag with a 7', 8', or 9' indoor flagpole, weighted floor stand, and your choice of eagle, spear, or ball ornament. Add gold cord & tassels for a ceremonial finish. 

The History of the Iowa Flag: A Tribute to French Roots

Adopted in 1921, the Iowa state flag—originally known as the "State Banner"—was designed by Dixie Cornell Gebhardt of Knoxville. At Tidmore Flags, we honor the "Hawkeye State" by adhering to these official symbolic and historical requirements:

• The French Tricolor: The vertical blue, white, and red stripes are a tribute to Iowa’s history as part of the French Louisiana Territory before the Louisiana Purchase.
• The Soaring Eagle: Echoing the national seal, the eagle represents Iowa’s strength and its place within the United States.
• The State Motto: In its beak, the eagle carries a blue streamer with the words: "Our Liberties We Prize and Our Rights We Will Maintain." This motto reflects the independent spirit of Iowans.
• The Center White Stripe: Notice that the center stripe is twice the width of the others; this "unequal tricolor" design is a specific requirement we strictly follow to ensure your flag is a legal and accurate representation of the state.
• "Iowa's Betsy Ross": We take pride in continuing the craftsmanship of Dixie Cornell Gebhardt, ensuring every flag meets the standards that earned her the nickname "Iowa's Betsy Ross" from Governor William Harding.