1. Santa Fe Trail Opened - August 30, 1821, marks the official opening of the Santa Fe Trail. This historic trail was a transportation route that connected Santa Fe, New Mexico, with Missouri. It was used primarily for trading goods, including furs, silver, and other valuable goods.

2. New Mexico Becomes a State - On August 30, 1911, New Mexico officially became a state, making it the 47th state to join the United States. The road to statehood was a long and challenging one for New Mexico, but its admission to the Union marked an important milestone in the state's history.

3. White Sands National Monument Established - On August 30, 1933, White Sands National Monument was established in New Mexico. This unique park is known for its massive dunes of white gypsum sand, which stretch over 275 square miles. The park is a popular destination for visitors who come to hike, camp, and take in the stunning vistas of the surrounding desert.

4. The Roswell Incident - One of the most famous events in New Mexico's history occurred on August 30, 1947. This was the day that the "Roswell Incident" was first reported. According to reports, a UFO crashed near Roswell, New Mexico, and the military recovered debris from the crash site. Although there is much debate about what actually happened, the Roswell incident remains one of the most talked-about events in UFO folklore.

5. Las Cruces Puts on the World's Largest Green Chile Cheeseburger - On August 30, 2009, Las Cruces set a new Guinness World Record for the largest green chile cheeseburger ever made. The burger weighed in at a whopping 6,050 pounds and measured over 10 feet in diameter. The burger was made with 75 pounds of green chile and was cooked on a giant custom-built grill.