Minnesota State Flags

Minnesota Flag Buying Guide: Choosing the Right Material for the New North Star

Whether you are looking for the newly adopted state flag or the historical seal version, your material must be able to withstand the "Polar Vortex" temperatures of the Upper Midwest. Match your material to your region:

• For High-Wind & Lakefront Exposure: We recommend our 2-Ply Tough-Ply Polyester Minnesota Flags. This is our "North Shore Grade" fabric, featuring an open-weave design that reduces "whipping" stress. It is the essential choice for St. Cloud, Rochester, and the open plains of Western Minnesota.

• For Brilliant Color & Quick-Drying: Our Heavy-Duty Nylon Minnesota Flags are the top choice for homes in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Bloomington. These flags are treated with specialized UV-inhibitors to protect the "Minnesota Blue" and the white North Star from fading against the bright winter sun.

• The Tidmore Standard: Every Minnesota flag we sell is 100% Made in the USA and FMAA-certified. We have strictly updated our patterns to the Official 2024 State Emblems Redesign Commission specifications.

If you’re not sure whether nylon or polyester is right for your display, check out our guide to the Best flag materials for Minnesota weather to match your material to your wind, sun, and weather conditions.

What Size Minnesota State Flag Should I Buy?

While our Heavy-Duty Nylon is the standard for color, and our 2-Ply Polyester is built for Superior winds, the most important factor in a professional display is the scale. Before you order, see our Minnesota State Flag Size Guide to learn why a 20ft residential pole typically requires a 3x5ft flag, whereas a 25ft pole—common for government buildings in St. Paul and local businesses—is better suited for a 4x6ft design.

Can I fly the Minnesota flag with the US flag?

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

The New Minnesota Flag: L’Étoile du Nord

After decades of use, Minnesota retired its complex state seal flag in 2024 in favor of a minimalist, high-visibility design. At Tidmore Flags, we honor this new era for the "North Star State" by adhering to these official symbolic requirements: 

• The K-Shape (Dark Blue): The dark blue shape on the left represents the abstract shape of the state of Minnesota.

• The Eight-Pointed North Star: Located within the dark blue field, this represents the state motto, "L’Étoile du Nord" (The Star of the North). We ensure the star is perfectly centered and crisp, as intended by the original designer, Andrew Prekker.

• The Solid Light Blue Field: The rest of the flag is a solid light blue, representing the 10,000 Lakes and the waters that define Minnesota’s geography, including the Mississippi River and Lake Superior.

• Historical Accuracy: While we prioritize the new official design, we also stock the 1957 Historical Minnesota Flag (the blue field with the state seal) for collectors and historical displays. Our historical versions use high-resolution printing to ensure the intricate seal detail is preserved.