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1. In 1865, Nevada became the 36th state to enter the Union, less than a week before the end of the Civil War.
2. On May 5, 1955, the Nevada State Museum opened in Carson City, featuring exhibits on the history and culture of the state.
3. In 1972, the famous Treasure of the Sierra Madre gold nugget was discovered in the Jackpot area of Nevada by a group of hunters.
4. On May 5, 1987, the Nevada legislature approved a controversial bill that allowed for the creation of the Department of Wildlife, which was criticized by some as unnecessary and wasteful.
5. In 2006, the Nevada State Railroad Museum was opened in Boulder City, featuring exhibits on the history of Nevada's railroads and their impact on the state's development.
5 Fun Facts About May 5 In Nevada History
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