Brief History of the Oregon State Flag

The flag of the state of Oregon is a two-sided flag in navy blue and gold with an optional gold fringe. On the front side, the flag depicts the state seal and on the reverse, a gold figure represents a pioneer family.

The current flag was adopted in 1925, although the design has been in use since 1908. The flags of Oregon are all variations on a common theme: a field of blue with a golden emblem on the front, and an image on the reverse.

Early Oregon Flags
Oregon’s first flag was adopted in 1843, when the territory was created. It featured a simple yellow field with a green motif inspired by the British Union Jack.

In 1854, when Oregon became a state, the new state flag retained the yellow field and green motif, but added a beaver at the center of the design. The beaver was meant to represent both Oregon’s fur trade history and its nickname as “the Beaver State.”

The current flag was designed in 1908 by Manley Beasley for the Lewis and Clark Centennial Exposition. It featured blue and gold fields divided by a white stripe, with an image of Mount Hood on one side and Crater Lake on the other. The state seal was added to the design in 1925.

The current Oregon flag has been in use since 1908, although it wasn’t officially adopted as the state flag until 1925. The design is simple but elegant, and it perfectly represents Oregon’s rich history and natural beauty. If you’re looking for a way to show your love for Oregon, consider flying this striking flag proudly!