Ohio State Flags

Ohio Flag Buying Guide: Choosing the Right Material for the Buckeye State

Hoisting the "Eisenmann Burgee" requires a material that can handle Ohio’s intense seasonal shifts. Match your region to our American-made fabrics:

• For Lakefront & High-Wind Exposure: We recommend our 2-Ply Tough-Ply Polyester Ohio Flags. This is our "Gale-Force" fabric, designed specifically for the North Coast and open farmlands. The 2-ply construction is vital for the Ohio flag, as the forked "swallowtail" ends are more susceptible to fraying in high winds than standard flags.

• For Brilliant Color & Quick-Drying: Our Heavy-Duty Nylon Ohio Flags are the #1 choice for the Miami Valley and Southeast Ohio. These flags are vapor-jetted with UV-inhibitors to protect the deep "Old Glory Blue" and "Old Glory Red" from sun-bleaching, ensuring the 17 stars stay crisp and white.

• The Tidmore Standard: Every Ohio flag we sell is 100% Made in the USA, FMAA-certified, and strictly follows Ohio Revised Code 5.01. We ensure the swallowtail cut is precise and the grommets are reinforced for the unique pull-weight of a burgee.

What size Ohio State Flag should I buy?

Unlike other state flags, the Ohio flag has a specific, legally defined folding method (The "Ohio Fold") to honor its unique shape. Additionally, because the Burgee is shorter than a standard 3x5 rectangle, choosing the right size for your pole is critical. Before you order, see our Ohio State Flag Size Guide to learn why a 20ft residential pole requires our 3x5ft Burgee, and how to properly secure the swallowtail tips to avoid wrapping.

The Meaning of the Ohio Burgee: The Buckeye State

Adopted in 1902, the Ohio flag was designed by John Eisenmann for the Pan-American Exposition. At Tidmore Flags, we honor the "Buckeye State" by adhering to these official symbolic requirements:

• The Swallowtail Shape: Technically a "burgee," the shape represents the hills and valleys of Ohio. It is the only non-rectangular state flag in the Union.

• The "O": The large blue "O" in the center represents both the first letter of "Ohio" and a Buckeye Nut, the state's most famous symbol.

• The 17 Stars: The stars grouped around the "O" represent Ohio as the 17th state admitted to the Union. The 13 stars to the left represent the original colonies, while the 4 stars at the peak of the triangle represent Ohio’s addition.

• The Red & White Stripes: The five stripes represent the roads and waterways of the state (the Ohio River and Lake Erie).

• Historical Accuracy: We use the official color hex codes and ensure the "O" is perfectly centered within the blue triangular field, as specified by the Ohio Secretary of State.