1. Juneteenth celebrations in Nevada:
Although Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, is celebrated on June 19th nationally, Nevada recognizes it as a state holiday. Governor Steve Sisolak signed a bill in 2021, making it the first state in the nation to do so.

2. Father's Day in Nevada:
June 19th, 1966, is a notable date in Nevada history because it marked the first official observance of Father's Day. President Lyndon B. Johnson declared it a national holiday in 1972.

3. Elvis Presley's Las Vegas debut:
On June 19th, 1956, Elvis Presley made his Las Vegas debut at the New Frontier Hotel. He performed twice a night, six days a week, for two weeks, and the engagement ended on July 1st. It was the first time he performed in Nevada, and it marked the beginning of his association with Las Vegas.

4. Discovery of gold in Virginia City:
On June 19th, 1859, a group of prospectors discovered the Comstock Lode, a vast deposit of silver and gold. It was one of the richest mineral deposits in the world. The discovery led to the establishment of Virginia City, which became the wealthiest city in the United States, and is now a popular tourist attraction in Nevada.

5. Nevada statehood:
June 19th, 1864, is significant because it was the day Nevada was admitted into the union as the 36th state. The state was created to support the Civil War effort by providing silver, lead, and other resources to the Union Army. Nevada remains an important source of minerals and natural resources to this day.