"The Lone Star Flag" is the national flag of the Republic of Texas. The red, white, and blue of the state flag represent bravery, purity and loyalty. The five points of the star represent the characteristics of a good citizen: fortitude, loyalty, prudence, righteousness, and broadmindedness.

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The Lone Star State is known for its cowboy culture and famous longhorn cattle. The Texas landscape is diverse, including cacti and is now decorated with oil drilling wells due to its rich supply of oil. Texans have adopted the armadillo as their mascot and lovingly decorate with the armor-plated critter.

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Known as the Badger State, today Wisconsin is recognized as the dairy capital of America. Wisconsin with its German and Norwegian heritage and love of football, beer and cheese has contributed much including the ice cream sundae, typewriter and first kindergarten.

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The Sooner State is home to the scissor-tailed flycatcher, the American Bison, real cowboys and oil derricks that still pump black gold. Enjoy a taste of Oklahoma chicken fried steak, BBQ, fried okra, strawberries and pecan pie. Reba McEntire, Will Rogers and Garth Brooks are a few of many Oklahomans who live the state motto: "Labor Conquers All Things."

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Florida is the most southeastern U.S. state, with the Atlantic on one side and the Gulf of Mexico on the other. Nicknamed the "Sunshine State," it has hundreds of miles of beaches. People flock to Florida to take in the sun, see the marine life, alligators and eat the delicious oranges grown here.

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Washington State, the Evergreen State sees people flock by the millions to visit. Tourists stop along the Puget Sound to see whales migrating and visit the Space Needle to catch a glimpse of Mount Rainier. Washington produces over half the country's apples each year.

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Maine is the most northeastern state in the U.S. and is known for its rocky coastline, maritime history and nature areas. Lighthouses dot the coastline, as do lobster shacks and sandy beaches. Maine is also home to wild blueberries. People travel from far and wide to pick wild Maine blueberries.

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Alabama is nicknamed the Yellowhammer state after the state bird, the Northern Flicker. As the woodpecker flies, its bright yellow tail and underwings are visible. Yellowhammer is a term that originated during the American Civil War to describe Confederate soldiers from Alabama. The U.S. Space and Rocket Center is a top attraction. Alabama is rich in U.S. history.

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Millions of people visit the United States capitol each year to see the great and historical sights of the nation. Visitors flock to the Washington Monument, the White House, Lincoln Memorial, Capitol Building and the Smithsonian Museum. One of the most popular attractions each spring is the Cherry Blossom Festival.

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Millions of people visit America’s windy city each year. The city is not named for its windy weather but for its long-winded politicians of the past. Visitors seek sights such as the Sears Tower, Chicago Theater, Navy Pier, Aon Center, and to ride the "L" subway system.

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New Orleans, referred to as the "most unique" city in the U.S., was named for the Duke of Orleans. The city was established by French colonists and is still strongly influenced by the culture. Known for the distinct French and Spanish Creole architecture, the city is famous for the annual Mardi Gras festival.

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Oh, the delights of Music City: home of the Grand Ole Opry & GooGoo candy, as well as Maxwell House Coffee & the Pancake Pantry. There’s a life-size replica of the Parthenon, complete with 42’ Athena statue. It’s illegal to keep a cheetah as a pet, but you can drown your sorrows at Santa’s Pub, where it’s Christmas all year!

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