Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

  • I am not sure of the proper way to display my American flag under certain circumstances?
  • I have an old flag that has been in my family for years. Now I want to display it every day but it needs to be cleaned how do I clean it?
  • Is it proper to display an American flag with fewer than 50 stars?
  • Is it proper to fly a US flag that has been used as a casket cover?
  • I bought a new flag last week and put it in my car. Now it’s all torn up. Why did it wear out so quickly?
American flag waving in blue sky.
I Am Not Sure of the Proper Way to Display My American Flag Under Certain Circumstances?

Visit the "Flag Etiquette" section of our website, the information there covers most situations. If you do not see the information you need you can contact the National Flag Foundation, their number is (412) 789-4830 or you can visit their website at https://nationalflagfoundation.org/etiquette/how-to-display-the-flag/.

I Have an Old Flag That Has Been in My Family for Years. Now I Want to Display It Every Day but It Needs to Be Cleaned How Do I Clean It?
Is It Proper to Display an American Flag With Fewer Than 50 Stars?
Is It Proper to Fly a Us Flag That Has Been Used as a Casket Cover?
I Bought a New Flag Last Week and Put It in My Car. Now It’s All Torn Up. Why Did It Wear Out So Quickly?