North Dakota North Dakota State Government North and South Dakota: The word Dakota, of course, describes the Dakota people, but it also means friendly or allies. Capital: Bismarck Largest Cities: Fargo, Grand Forks, Minot Present Constitution Drafted: 1889 Entered Union: November 2, 1889 (39) Motto: “Liberty and union, now and forever, one and inseperable” State Flower: Prarie Rose State Tree: American Elm State Bird: Western Meadowlark State Dog: Not Identified State Insect: Convergent Lady Beetle (Lady Bug) State Song: “North Dakota Hymn” Nickname: Sioux State, Flickertail State, Peace Garden State