1. The first public exhibition of the famous Utah artist James T. Harwood was held on August 3, 1904. Harwood's work is now featured in many prestigious collections throughout the state and around the world.

2. The small town of Helper, Utah was officially incorporated on August 3, 1888. The town got its name from the "helper" engines that were used to assist trains up the steep grades in the nearby mountains.

3. On August 3, 1923, the Bryce Canyon National Park was established in southern Utah. The park is known for its stunning colorful spires, called hoodoos, that were formed over millions of years of erosion.

4. The Salt Palace Convention Center in downtown Salt Lake City opened on August 3, 1969. The iconic building has since hosted countless conventions, concerts, and events.

5. The Utah Jazz basketball team was officially founded on August 3, 1974. Originally based in New Orleans, the team moved to Salt Lake City in 1979, and has since become an important part of the state's sports culture.