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Arkansas

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Location of State


Capital: Little Rock

Population: 2,725,714 (source: 2003 Census estimate)

Largest City: Little Rock

Atlas of State


Arkansas State Symbols

State Nickname: Natural State

State Slogan: The Natural State

State Motto: Regnat populus (The people rule)

State flower: Apple blossom

State bird: Mockingbird aka Northern Mockingbird

State fish:

State tree: Pine Tree

State mammal: White-tailed deer

State foods: Tomato, Milk

Fun Facts About Arkansas
  • Arkansas' state flag has 25 stars on it to symbolize Arkansas becoming the 25th state.
  • Arkansas is the only US State that produces diamonds.
  • Arkansas is known for its beautiful lakes, rivers, and hot springs.
  • The Arkansas state musical instrument is the fiddle.
Becoming a State

Date admitted: Wednesday, June 15, 1836

Number admitted: 25

Prior Name: Arkansas Territory

Postal Abbreviation: AR

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The Geography of Arkansas

Total Size: 52,068 sq. miles (source: 2003 Census)

Geographical Low Point: Ouachita River at 55 feet, located in the county/subdivision of Ashley-Union (source: U.S. Geological Survey)

Geographical High Point: Magazine Mtn. at 2,753 feet, located in the county/subdivision of Logan (source: U.S. Geological Survey)

Central Point: Located in Pulaski County approx. 12 miles northwest of Little Rock (source: U.S. Geological Survey)

Counties: 75 (source: National Association of Counties)

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