Dates in History

Florida becomes 27th State
On March 3, 1845, Florida became the 27th state. Below are additional fun facts about Florida.

Florida’s current flag was adopted in 1900.

The Great Seal of Florida was revised in 1985.

Florida also has its own quarter that was introduced in 2004. It was the 27th quarters in the United States Mint’s 50 State Quarters® Program.

Orange juice was named the official state beverage of Florida in 1967.

Florida’s official flower began the orange blossom in 1909.