1. In 1820, the Arkansas Territory was established. This resulted in the creation of the first territorial government for Arkansas, which was intended to help the state grow and develop.

2. In 1866, the first Arkansas State Capitol was completed in Little Rock. The building served as the home of the Arkansas State Legislature, the Governor's office, and other government agencies until 1912, when it was destroyed by fire.

3. In 1913, the Central Arkansas Development Company was formed with the goal of promoting economic development in central Arkansas through the expansion of local railroads, the creation of new industries, and the improvement of agricultural practices.

4. In 1969, the Arkansas Razorbacks basketball team won the Southwest Conference championship. Led by head coach Eddie Sutton and players like Ron Brewer, Sidney Moncrief, and Marvin Delph, the team went on to reach the Final Four of the NCAA Tournament.

5. In 1991, the Ozark National Forest was designated as a Wilderness Area by the U.S. Congress. This protected over 60,000 acres of Arkansas forestland from commercial development and ensured that the area would remain pristine and untouched for future generations to enjoy.