Washington became a state in 1889, with its capital in Olympia and largest city of Seattle. It is known for Mt. Rainier being its highest point at over 4,300 meters, the American Goldfinch and Pink Rhododendron as its state bird and flower, and its flag depicting George Washington. Famous residents include Bill Gates, Minoru Yamasaki, and Jimi Hendrix, while its professional sports teams are the Seattle Mariners and Seahawks.