1. Montana became a state on July 14, 1889. After years of being a territory, Montana officially became the 41st state in the nation on this day. The Montana State Capitol Building in Helena was completed in 1902 and stands as a symbol of Montana's statehood.

2. The temperature in Montana hit record-breaking highs on July 14, 2007. Many cities across the state saw temperatures rise to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, which caused health warnings and fire danger alerts to be issued.

3. Famous gunfighter and lawman James Butler "Wild Bill" Hickok was killed in Deadwood, South Dakota, on July 14, 1876. Hickok had a storied career across the western frontier and his death made headlines across the country, including in Montana.

4. Montana's Glacier National Park was established on May 11, 1910, but it wasn't until July 14, 1932, that the Going-to-the-Sun Road was opened. This iconic road is considered one of the most scenic drives in the country, winding through stunning mountain landscapes and offering breathtaking views.

5. On July 14, 1805, the Lewis and Clark Expedition camped near what is now Great Falls, Montana. The expedition was on a mission to explore the western territory of the United States and map out possible trade routes. Great Falls, which is now a city in Montana, was named after the natural waterfalls that Lewis and Clark saw during their journey.