Oklahoma State AnthemOklahoma also calls their state song the state anthem. For the lyrics, adoption date, authors, and music of the state anthem. Please click the link to the state song, featuerd below.
Oklahoma State Cartoon CharacterGusty is Oklahoma’s state cartoon character. Learn about Gusty and his artist on their official home page.Source: Don Woods’ official website
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Ohio State Poetry DayHere’s a little bit on the adoption of Ohio’s official state poetry day.Source: Ohio Historical Society
Ohio State Rock SongYou can learn all about Hang on Sloopy, originally by the McCoys. See the bill that adopted this song into legislature as Ohio’s official state rock song, and learn what prompted its adoption.Source: Ohio Historical Society
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New York State Poeet LaureateCheck out the history of the poet laureate position in New York, and learn a bit about the current and past laureates.Source: Library of Congress
 
 
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New Mexico State BalladNew Mexico has a state ballad, which is a song that tells a story. You can find all the lyrics to “Land of Enchantment – New Mexico” here.Source: Classbrain
New Mexico State Billingual SongNew Mexico has a state billingual song. This means that the song is written in two languages. In this case, the song is written in both Spanish and English. You can find the lyrics, the...
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ContentsMi Nuevo Mexico
Mi Nuevo Mexico
Official State Poem
Poem by Luis Tafoya
Adopted 1999
English Version:
Lift, New Mexico, your tired forehead
That clouds the enchantment of your peaceful face,
And joyfully receive the bright crown,
Symbol of glory, venture, and peace.
After so many years of fight and persistence
Your luck has changed and you gain victory,
Reaching up to see your fortunate day at...