1. On January 12, 1912, the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Memorial Union was chartered. This iconic building has been a beloved part of the campus and community for over 100 years, offering a variety of amenities and services to students and visitors alike.

2. January 12, 1938, saw an extreme winter weather event in Wisconsin known as the "Big Snow." Over the course of three days, parts of the state were buried under more than 20 inches of snow, leading to major disruptions in transportation and daily life.

3. On January 12, 1967, Milwaukee saw the debut of one of its most famous exports: the world's first "fast food" chain, Burger King. The restaurant's signature flame-grilled burgers and iconic Whopper sandwich quickly became a staple of the American dining landscape.

4. January 12, 1970, marked the opening of the Oshkosh Public Museum in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Housed in a historic mansion, the museum contains a wide variety of exhibits and artifacts related to the history of the city and surrounding area.

5. Finally, on January 12, 2002, the Milwaukee Art Museum unveiled the first phase of what would become an iconic architectural landmark: the Quadracci Pavilion. Designed by renowned Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, the structure features a distinctive "wings" design and has become one of the most recognizable landmarks in the city.