1. The Alaska State Capitol building in Juneau was dedicated on May 3, 1931. The building was designed by architect James Knox Taylor and cost $1.25 million to construct. Today, it serves as the official seat of government for the state of Alaska.

2. On May 3, 1954, the US Supreme Court issued its landmark ruling in Brown v. Board of Education, which declared segregation in public schools to be unconstitutional. The ruling had significant implications for Alaska, which had a significant Native population that had long been subject to discrimination in education.

3. May 3, 1971, marked the start of construction on the trans-Alaska pipeline, which would ultimately transport oil from Prudhoe Bay to Valdez. The pipeline is still in operation today and is one of the largest engineering projects in Alaska history.

4. In 1993, the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act was amended to provide for the creation of six regional Native corporations in the state. The corporations were established to provide for the economic development of Alaska Native communities and have played a significant role in the state's economy since their creation.

5. May 3, 2006, was a significant day for Alaska's fishing industry, as it marked the opening of the state's commercial salmon fishing season in the Copper River. Copper River salmon are highly prized for their rich flavor and are considered a delicacy by many. The opening of the fishing season is a major event in Alaska, and the salmon catch is an important source of income for many local communities.