1. On August 29, 1846, the Donner Party arrived at Great Salt Lake in present-day Utah. The group of pioneers had become trapped in the Sierra Nevada mountains and resorted to cannibalism in order to survive. The tragedy had a profound impact on westward migration and the perception of the American West.

2. The first ever Utah State Fair opened on August 29, 1856, in Salt Lake City. The fair was originally designed to showcase the agricultural and industrial achievements of the territory, but has since expanded to include a wide variety of entertainment, food, and exhibits.

3. August 29, 1957, marked the opening of the first section of interstate highway in Utah. The stretch of I-15 between Brigham City and Ogden paved the way for faster, more efficient transportation throughout the state.

4. In a significant moment for women's rights in Utah, the state legislature ratified the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution on August 29, 1919. The amendment, which granted women the right to vote, was formally adopted by the federal government the following year.

5. On August 29, 1991, the Salt Lake City Public Library opened its doors to the public. The iconic building, designed by architect Moshe Safdie, has won numerous awards and is considered one of the most striking examples of contemporary library architecture in the United States.