ME State Order · Half-Staff
Flags at Half-Staff for Dolly Parton
August 25, 2026 – September 1, 2026
Governor Janet Mills of Maine ordered flags lowered to half-staff in honor of country music legend Dolly Parton, who died peacefully on August 25, 2026, at age 80. Dolly Parton was an American icon and pioneer of women in country music whose talents in singing and songwriting left an indelible mark on the industry. Through her Imagination Library, she donated hundreds of millions of free books to children across the nation, including Maine, demonstrating her profound commitment to community giving.
Flag protocol
Flags shall be flown at half-staff from sunrise until sunset or continuously at half-staff position during the observance period.
Source: www.maine.gov
This state order follows a presidential proclamation: Flags at Half-Staff for Dolly Parton.