1. On July 30, 1968, the Hartford Public Library opened its new "Knowledge Box" which contained shelves of books and a small exhibit of books and maps. The library's mission was to provide a place for learning and research in the community.

2. July 30, 1928, marked the opening of the first drive-in theater in the United States, located in Hartford. Known as the "Park-In Theater," the venue accommodated up to 750 cars and quickly became a popular destination for film-goers.

3. The Connecticut State Capitol building was officially dedicated on July 30, 1879, after four years of construction. Designed by renowned architect Richard M. Upjohn, the building features a unique blend of Gothic, Renaissance, and Romanesque architectural styles.

4. On July 30, 1945, the USS Nautilus (SSN-571), the world's first nuclear-powered submarine was launched in Groton, Connecticut. The Nautilus broke numerous submarine records during its service, including the first submerged transit of the North Pole in 1958.

5. The town of Mystic, Connecticut, was famously depicted in the 1988 film "Mystic Pizza" starring Julia Roberts. July 30, 2018, marked the 30th anniversary of the film's release, which helped put Mystic on the map as a popular tourist destination.