1. In 1872, the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station was established in New Brunswick. Today, the station is part of Rutgers University and conducts research and education initiatives to benefit the state's agriculture industry.

2. In 1929, the New Jersey State Museum opened in Trenton. The museum houses collections and exhibits related to New Jersey's natural history, geology, archaeology, and cultural heritage.

3. In 1964, comedian Joan Rivers performed at the Garden State Arts Center in Holmdel. This was one of Rivers' early performances, and she would go on to become a legendary figure in the entertainment industry.

4. In 1984, the Cherry Hill Mall became the first shopping mall in the United States to ban smoking. The ban was implemented in response to concerns about the health effects of secondhand smoke on shoppers and employees.

5. In 2007, Newark Liberty International Airport opened a new terminal for Continental Airlines. The $1.2 billion terminal was designed to handle up to 15 million passengers per year and featured new technologies and amenities to enhance the passenger experience.