Arizona was the 48th state to be granted statehood. It happened on Feb. 14, 1912.

The Arizona state flag was instituted in 1917 and is 13 ray of red and gold representing the first 13 colonies of the union and also symbolizes the western setting sun.

The capital of Arizona is Phoenix.

Arizona’s official state neck wear is the bola tie.

Arizona’s official gemstone is turquoise.

Arizona’s official state mammal is the ringtail.

Arizona’s official state amphibian is the Arizona Tree Frog.

Arizona’s official fossil is petrified wood.

Arizona’s official flower is the Saguaro Cactus Blossom.

Arizona’s official bird is the Cactus Wren.

Arizona’s official tree is the Yellow Pale Verde.

Arizona’s official colors are blue and gold.

There are 15 counties in the state of Arizona.

The official motto of Arizona is ‘God Enriches’.

Arizona’s nickname is The Grand Canyon State.