The Alaska Flag features a dark blue field with a simple design of eight gold stars. The stars represent the Big Dipper and the North Star, symbolizing Alaska's northern location and its connection to the night sky. The flag was designed by a 13-year-old boy named Benny Benson in 1927 as part of a contest. Adopted as the official state flag in 1959, the Alaska Flag reflects the state's natural beauty and its rich cultural heritage. The blue color signifies the sky and the sea, while the gold stars represent the state's wealth in natural resources.