Oregon designated Saccharomyces cerevisiae (commonly known as brewer's yeast or baker's yeast) as the official state microbe in 2013 (Oregon is the first state to adopt a state microbe). All State Foods & Beverages
WHEREAS Saccharomyces cerevisiae, a microorganism classified in the kingdom Fungi, has a long history of assisting in human gastronomic, cultural and scientific endeavors; and
Oregon designated "She Flies With Her Own Wings" as the official state motto in 1987, replacing "The Union" (adopted in 1957, and still appears on the state seal). All State Mottos
The phrase originated with Judge Jessie Quinn Thornton (1810-1888), a Supreme Court Justice of the Provisional Government of Oregon, and appeared on the territorial seal in Latin: "Alis Volat Propriis."
The origin of the state name is uncertain, but "Oregon" might have been derived from a 1715 French map which refers to the Wisconsin River as "Ouaricon-sint." All State Name Origins
The Oregon state flag was adopted in 1925 and is the only U.S. state flag that displays different images on front and back. All State Flags
The state seal of Oregon displays a shield ("escutcheon") supported by 33 stars (Oregon was the 33rd state to join the Union). All State Seals
The Pacific golden chanterelle (Cantharellus formosus) was designated the official mushroom of the state of Oregon in 1999. Unique to the Pacific northwest, this wild, edible fungi has high culinary value. More than 500,000 pounds of Pacific golden chanterelles are harvested annually in Oregon. Minnesota is the only other state that recognizes a state mushroom (morel mushroom).
The Tennessee walking horse was adopted as the official state horse of Tennessee in 2000. All State Horses & Mules
The raccoon was designated the official wild animal symbol of Tennessee in 1971 (Oklahoma also recognizes the raccoon as a state symbol). All State Mammals
Tennesseans love music! The state capital (Nashville) is nicknamed "The Music City" and is home to the world-famous Grand Ole Opry. Even the U.S. Mint's bicentennial commemorative quarter representing Tennessee focuses on the state's musical heritage.
The Tennessee state seal features the Roman numeral XVI to signify that Tennessee was the 16th state to enter the Union in 1796. All State Seals