1. In 1934, a large earthquake measuring 8.1 on the Richter scale struck near Chitina, Alaska. It was one of the most powerful earthquakes to hit Alaska in the 20th century and caused significant damage.

2. May 23, 2003 saw the dedication of the Alaska Veterans Memorial on the Delaney Park Strip in Anchorage. The memorial honors the men and women of Alaska who served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

3. On May 23, 1915, the town of Seward, Alaska was officially incorporated. Seward is located on the Kenai Peninsula and is best known for its scenic beauty and as the gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park.

4. Alaska's first native governor, Tony Knowles, was inaugurated on May 23, 1994. Knowles served two terms as governor, from 1994 to 2002, and was known for his commitment to environmental conservation and promoting economic development in rural Alaska.

5. May 23, 2019 saw the opening of the Tazlina River Bridge, a new structure on the Glenn Highway near Glennallen. The bridge, which spans 1,300 feet across the Tazlina River, replaced a narrow, aging bridge and is designed to improve safety and efficiency for travelers in the area.