1. A Tornado Outbreak Devastated the State in 1957
On June 2, 1957, North Dakota experienced one of the most severe tornado outbreaks in state history. In total, 27 tornadoes touched down, killing ten people and injuring over 100. The tornadoes caused widespread damage throughout the state, with some cities completely destroyed.

2. The Dakota Territory Was Organized in 1861
On June 2, 1861, the Dakota Territory was officially organized by the United States government. The territory encompassed what is now North Dakota, South Dakota, and parts of Montana and Wyoming. The creation of the Dakota Territory was part of the government's efforts to expand westward.

3. The First Successful Parachute Jump in North Dakota Occurred in 1927
On June 2, 1927, a young pilot named Duane F. Cole successfully completed the first parachute jump in North Dakota. Cole, who was just 18 years old at the time, jumped from an altitude of 1,500 feet over Grafton, North Dakota. The jump was a success and helped pave the way for future advancements in aviation technology.

4. Theodore Roosevelt Visited North Dakota in 1900
On June 2, 1900, future US President Theodore Roosevelt visited Minot, North Dakota, as part of a tour of the western United States. Roosevelt, who was then serving as Governor of New York, was a proponent of conservation and was interested in North Dakota's natural resources. During his visit, he delivered a speech in which he praised the state's people and resources.

5. The North Dakota Constitution Was Ratified in 1889
On June 2, 1889, North Dakota residents voted to ratify the state's constitution, paving the way for statehood later that year. The North Dakota Constitution is the fundamental law of the state and outlines the powers and duties of the state's government. The constitution has been amended numerous times since its ratification in 1889.