1. Nebraska Statehood Day: August 19, 1867, is the day that the State of Nebraska was admitted into the Union, making it the 37th state in the United States.

2. Zoo Boise opens: On August 19, 1907, the Boise Zoo, now known as Zoo Boise, opened to the public. It is the oldest zoo in Idaho and has over 300 animals from 100 different species.

3. Nebraska's first distillery opened: In 2010, Nebraska's first distillery, Cut Spike Distillery, opened in La Vista. They use locally sourced grains to produce their small-batch spirits, including vodka, gin, and whiskey.

4. Omaha Film Festival was founded: August 19, 2005, was the day that the Omaha Film Festival was founded. It is an annual event that showcases independent films from around the world and has grown to become one of the largest cultural events in Nebraska.

5. US Air Force Academy opens: On August 19, 1955, the United States Air Force Academy opened its doors for the first time in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The Academy provides undergraduate education and military training to future Air Force officers. Many Nebraskans have graduated from the Academy and gone on to serve in the Air Force.