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Voting begins for Colorado's new license plate design: See the 6 finalists

The public can vote through Feb. 15. The 150th Anniversary License Plate is expected to launch in the fall.
Credit: Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles

DENVER — Voting is underway to determine Colorado's next license plate.

The Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) launched the contest in September, seeking designs from residents for a license plate to celebrate the Centennial State's 150th anniversary.

Six finalists were chosen from more than 300 entries from 216 entrants.

The public can vote for the final two winners in different divisions — 13 and older, and younger than 13 — through Feb. 15.

After the votes have been tallied, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis (D) and the DMV will unveil the chosen design as well as present both winners with a $1,000 grant as well as a commemorative license plate.

The winning plates will be featured in all of the Governor’s Office’s and DMV’s media releases as well as a commemorative license plate.

> Vote here: 150th anniversary license plate design 

13+ Division

Credit: Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles
Artist: Dave Kottler, of Colorado Springs; Inspiration: The artist was inspired by his 30 years spent in Colorado
Credit: Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles
Artist: Evan Griesheimer, of Denver; Inspiration: The simplicity and colors of the Colorado State Flag, the Rocky Mountains and mining
Credit: Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles
Artist: Alain Suel, of Denver; Inspiration: Colorado’s beautiful sunsets, blue skies, snowy mountains and the Capitol dome

Under 13 Division

Credit: Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles
Artist: Calista Blaschke, of Denver; Inspiration: Pikes Peak, fortune hunters, the State Bird (Lark bunting) and the State Tree (Blue spruce)
Credit: Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles
Artist: Eden Eshun, of Denver; Inspiration: Colorado’s mountains and forests, and the State Bird (Lark bunting)
Credit: Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles
Artist: Calista Blaschke, of Denver; Inspiration: Pikes Peak, fortune hunters, the State Bird (Lark bunting) and the State Tree (Blue spruce)

The public can vote at DMV.Colorado.gov/HistoricColorado until Feb. 15.

The 150th Anniversary License Plate is expected to launch in the fall.

"In Colorado, creativity and inspiration are all around us, and we are excited to see the great designs Coloradans share. This new license plate honors the legacy of Coloradans who helped shape our great state as we look forward towards a bright future together," Polis said. 

"I am proud that this contest inspired so many, especially some of our state’s future leaders,” DMV senior director Electra Bustle said. "Taking time to research, plan and design a license plate that represents our history takes a lot of time and effort and the entries clearly demonstrate your love of Colorado. Thank you to all who participated and submitted entries for this important 150th anniversary."

> Vote here: 150th anniversary license plate design 

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