Kansas State Flags

Kansas Flag Buying Guide: Choosing the Right Material for the Sunflower State

Hoisting the "Ad Astra" banner in Kansas requires a material that can handle the "People of the South Wind" climate. Match your region to our American-made fabrics:

• For High-Wind & Open Prairies: We recommend our 2-Ply Tough-Ply Polyester Kansas Flags. This is our most durable fabric, designed specifically for Dodge City, Goodland, and the wide-open spaces of the Great Plains. The 2-ply construction allows wind to flow through the material, reducing stress on your flagpole and the flag's header.
• For Brilliant Color & Daily Display: Our Heavy-Duty Nylon Kansas Flags are the top choice for homes in Topeka, Lawrence, and Manhattan. These flags are treated with specialized UV-inhibitors to protect the deep "Azure Blue" field and the golden sunflower from sun-bleaching.
• The Tidmore Standard: Every Kansas flag we sell is 100% Made in the USA, FMAA-certified, and strictly follows the Kansas State Statutes. We ensure the 34 stars and the state seal are perfectly rendered and the "KANSAS" lettering is correctly proportioned.

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What Size Kansas State Flag Should I Buy?

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

Can I fly the Kansas flag with the American flag?

Flying the American flag alongside the Kansas 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 Kansas state flag bundle pairs both flags in matched materials, proportions, and finishes for indoor or outdoor use.

The Meaning of the Kansas Flag: "To the Stars Through Difficulties"

Adopted in 1927 and updated in 1961, the Kansas flag is a dense map of the state's pioneer spirit. At Tidmore Flags, we honor the "Sunflower State" by adhering to these official symbolic requirements:

• The State Seal: In the center, the seal tells the story of Kansas: a Steamboat for commerce, a Settler's Cabin for agriculture, and a Wagon Train representing westward expansion.

• The 34 Stars: Located at the top of the seal, these signify Kansas as the 34th state admitted to the Union.

• The Motto: Embedded in the seal is the famous Latin phrase "Ad Astra per Aspera" (To the Stars through Difficulties), honoring the state's struggle during the "Bleeding Kansas" era and its eventual statehood.

• The Sunflower Crest: Above the seal sits a sunflower resting on a bar of gold and blue. This bar represents the Louisiana Purchase, the territory from which Kansas was carved.

• Historical Accuracy: We ensure the word "KANSAS" is imprinted in official gold block letters below the seal, a modification added in 1961 to distinguish the flag from other blue-field state flags.