1. On February 1, 1901, the newly appointed Governor of Wyoming, DeForest Richards, issued a proclamation stating that Wyoming would officially celebrate the birthday of President Abraham Lincoln as a state holiday. This decision was made in honor of Lincoln's contributions to the abolition of slavery and his efforts to preserve the Union during the Civil War.

2. In 1880, the town of Evanston, Wyoming was officially incorporated on February 1. Evanston is located in the southwestern part of the state and is known for its historic Roundhouse and Railyards, which served as a major transportation hub for the Union Pacific Railroad during the late 19th century.

3. On February 1, 1934, the famous outlaw and bank robber, Charles Arthur "Pretty Boy" Floyd, was captured by law enforcement officials in Buffalo, Wyoming. Floyd was wanted for multiple crimes, including the murder of a federal agent, and had been on the run for several months prior to his capture.

4. The University of Wyoming was officially founded on February 1, 1886, when Wyoming Governor Francis E. Warren signed a bill granting a charter for the school's establishment. The university is located in Laramie, Wyoming and currently serves as the state's flagship institution of higher education.

5. In 1977, the Wyoming State Legislature designated February 1 as "Grand Teton National Park Day" in honor of the park's conservation efforts and its impact on the state's tourism industry. Grand Teton National Park is located in northwestern Wyoming and is known for its rugged mountain landscapes, lakes, and abundant wildlife.