How to Display an American Flag Indoors & Alongside Other Flags

Displaying an Indoor American Flag

In a group of indoor flags
In an indoor setting the US flag should be placed farthest on its own right of any other flags - meaning that when you view it from the audience, it is on the left.
Additional flags are displayed in order of precedence You can find the proper order of precedence here.
If foreign flags are displayed, they should always follow next in line, in alphabetical order. When flying a foreign flag indoors next to a US flag it is important that all flags are displayed at the same height, as it is considered disrespectful to fly the US flag higher than a visiting foreign entity.
International flags would be followed by the US Presidential flag (when applicable at official government functions), then State flags by order of entry into the Union, and US Military flags. There is a specific order for Military flags as well; you can find the military flag order of precedence here.) These would be followed by other Military organizational flags specific to members or organizations, and finally, any other flag (corporate or club insignias).
This short video walks you through the proper protocol for displaying the American flag with other flags indoors:
On a crossed staffs against a wall
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on its own right with its staff overlapping the other flag's.Next to a speaker
Display the
to the speaker's right. Any other flags should be to the speaker's left when possible. The US flag again should always be in the position of honor, furthest to its own right of all other flags.Display of American Flag Indoors Against a Wall
Behind a speaker
Display horizontally behind and above the speaker's head.
Flat against a wall
Display horizontally or vertically with canton at flag's own right (to viewers' left).
In a window
Display vertically with canton at flag's own right (to outside viewers' left).
How to Assemble an Indoor Flag Set: A Step-by-Step Guide
This guide will walk you through the process of assembling an indoor flag set, including the correct installation of the pole, flag, finial, tassels, and flag spreader.
Gathering Your Indoor Flag Set Components
Before you begin assembling your indoor flag display, make sure you have all the essential parts. A complete indoor flag set typically includes an optional flag spreader to keep the flag properly displayed, a cord and tassel for a formal appearance, a perched eagle finial, and the floor stand.
Your indoor flag features embroidered stars, sewn stripes, and a decorative gold fringe. The flag stays in place due to a leather tab, which is used to secure it to the flagpole.
The flag base is constructed from durable ABS plastic with a bright gold finish and a felt-covered bottom to protect floors from scratches. The flagpole itself is usually a two-piece design with a center brass joint, featuring an eyelet for the cord and tassel and a set screw for attaching the flag.
Attaching the Flag to the Flagpole
To begin assembling your indoor flag set, first, slide the flag onto the pole by threading the pole through the flag’s sleeve. Once the flag is in place, locate the leather tab inside the sleeve and pull it out.
Attach the tab to the set screw on the pole, ensuring that it holds the flag in place.
Securing the Eagle Finial to the Pole
To attach the eagle finial, insert the finial on top of the flagpole. Sometimes the finial will be 2 pieces that need to be screwed together. Either way, there is a set screw that needs to be tightened to secure the finial in place. This prevents the eagle or spear from shifting or falling off the flagpole over time.
Pro tip: Don’t tighten the set screw until you know which way the finial needs to face!
Installing the Cord and Tassel
To attach the cord and tassel, find the midpoint of the cord and lace it through the eyelet on the flagpole. Once the cord is threaded through, create a loop at the top and pull both ends through it, ensuring that the tassels hang evenly on either side of the flag.
Assembling the Flagpole and Base
Next, it's time to assemble the two-piece flagpole by putting the two sections together and screwing them in at the brass joint. Once the pole is assembled, place it into the flag base. If the pole feels loose in the floor stand, use the included adapter sleeves to create a better fit in the base. Some bases also feature a removable plug that allows for additional weight to be added if extra stability is needed.
Attaching the Flag Spreader to View the Full Flag
An optional step is attaching the flag spreader. This accessory will keep your flag open and visible rather than draping against the pole. To install the flag spreader, position its center joint a few inches above the flagpole's brass connector and snap it into place.
Then, tighten the center screw to secure the arms in a horizontal layout. The clips at the end of both arms attach to the flag’s fringe or lip of the folded-over edges on the outside of the flag.
Final Adjustments and Display Tips
Once all components are assembled, take a moment to adjust the flag, ensuring it hangs evenly and is properly secured. Check the tassel placement, tighten the eagle finial, and confirm that the flag spreader holds the flag in an ideal position for display.
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Have Additional Questions About How To Display an Indoor American Flag?
Be sure to check out our flag resources. They are a great place to start when it comes to learning more about properly displaying flags, both indoors and outdoors.
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