Tennessee now has an official state food—hot slaw. The vinegary and mustardy dish joins the list of state symbols that include flowers, birds, trees, and animals—as well as the Volunteer State's official folk dance, beef festival, rifle, and so much more. Here's a look at some of the more random Tennessee symbols.
There are only two places in the world where the plant grows naturally, and our state is one of them. Here’s how it came to be an official representative of South Carolina by law, and a look at other notable state symbols.
Did you know that Michigan has 11 different symbols that represent our state? The Mitten State even has a State Fossil! These are what most represents Michiganders.