Find Out the First Miss America Winner from Your State

This article was originally published at lizanest.com.

For over a century, the Miss America pageant has crowned women who reflect talent, intelligence, and determination — but not every state has held the crown. Some states claimed early victories, while others are still chasing their first big moment. In this article, we trace each state’s very first Miss America winner or, if there’s never been one, the contestant who reached the highest finish. From overlooked runners-up to record-breaking queens, here’s the full story of how every state has fared on the Miss America stage.