Near Houlton in St. Croix County, Wisconsin — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Wisconsin Symbols
Wisconsin, which is often called The Badger State, became a state in 1848. Over the years the State Legislature has adopted many state symbols. Here are some prominent and interesting Wisconsin symbols from the St. Croix Valley.
State Motto: 'Forward'
Reflecting Wisconsin's continuous drive to be a national leader, the state adopted 'Forward' as the official state motto in 1851. Wisconsin's state motto was adopted as an element of its official coat of arms and seal.
State Slogan: 'America's Dairyland'
Wisconsin is one of the nation's leading dairy producers and is known as 'America's Dairyland'; it is particularly famous for its cheese.
State Song: 'On Wisconsin!'
On, Wisconsin! On, Wisconsin! Grand old Badger State!
We, thy loyal sons and daughters, Hail thee, good and great.
On, Wisconsin! On, Wisconsin! Champion of the right,
'Forward' – our motto – We will win the fight.
On, Wisconsin! On, Wisconsin! Dost thou hear that call,
Marsh'ling thee to noble duty In the fight for all?
On, Wisconsin! On, Wisconsin! Battle for the right;
With thy standard flying, God will give thee might!
Note: There are many different versions of the 'On Wisconsin', with the most popular being sung at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, WI during Badger games.
Coat of Arms
American Water Spaniel
State Dog
Cranberry
State Fruit
State Tartan
Galena
State Mineral
Kringle
State pastry
Robin
State Bird
Wood Violet
State Flower
Polka
State Dance
There are many more Wisconsin symbols. Look for them on the other panels!
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Political Subdivisions. A significant historical year for this entry is 1848.
Location. 45° 3.176′ N, 92° 46.783′ W. Marker is near Houlton, Wisconsin, in St. Croix County. Marker is on State Highway 64 south of State Highway 35, on the right when traveling west. The marker is on the St. Croix River Crossing Loop Trail, abreast of the Wisconsin welcome sign on Highway 64. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Houlton WI 54082, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Brule-St. Croix Waterway (approx. 0.4 miles away); Native American Communities (approx. 0.4 miles away); Indigenous Communities (approx. 0.4 miles away); Home to Bald Eagles (approx. 0.6 miles away); Protecting the Watershed (approx. 0.6 miles away); Migration (approx. 0.6 miles away); Western Prairie Restoration (approx. 0.6 miles away); White Pine Treaty (approx. 0.8 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Houlton.
Credits. This page was last revised on September 27, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 26, 2023, by McGhiever of Minneapolis, Minnesota. This page has been viewed 56 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 26, 2023, by McGhiever of Minneapolis, Minnesota. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.