1. In 1803, one of Connecticut's most famous residents, Samuel Colt, was born on April 30 in Hartford. He later revolutionized the firearms industry with his invention of the revolver.

2. On April 30, 1812, the first steamboat to navigate the Housatonic River, the "Housatonic," made its maiden voyage. This marked a significant milestone in transportation and commerce for the state.

3. In 1900, the first electric trolley service began in Stamford on April 30. This new mode of transportation transformed the way people could travel within and between cities.

4. April 30, 1971, was the day that the iconic rock band, The Rolling Stones, performed at Hartford's XL Center (then known as the Hartford Civic Center). This was just one of many famous bands and performers to grace the stage in Connecticut over the years.

5. On April 30, 2001, the University of Connecticut women's basketball team won their third national championship in a row. The Huskies have since gone on to win several more championships, cementing their place as one of the most successful college programs in history.