1. On May 22, 1858, the Minnesota State Constitution was adopted. This document shaped the government structure of the state, outlining the powers and duties of state officials and creating a legislative branch composed of a Senate and a House of Representatives.

2. In 1906, the iconic Pillsbury A Mill in Minneapolis exploded and burned to the ground on May 22. This event was a significant setback for the milling industry in the city and caused a temporary drop in flour production.

3. On May 22, 1962, Marilyn Carlson Nelson was named the first female CEO of a major Minnesota corporation- Carlson Companies. This trailblazing move helped to pave the way for women in executive leadership roles in the state.

4. 5,000 workers went on strike in Hibbing's iron mines on May 22, 1916. The National Guard was dispatched to maintain order, and the strike lasted for over a year before eventually being resolved.

5. May 22, 1960, saw the opening of the world's first enclosed shopping mall in Edina, Minnesota. Southdale Center revolutionized retail shopping by offering a covered, climate-controlled shopping environment and was a forerunner to many of today's modern malls.