1. On November 1, 1861, the University of Minnesota officially opened its doors to students for the first time. The school initially consisted of just six professors and a student body of 27, but it has since grown into one of the largest and most prestigious public universities in the United States.

2. November 1, 1898, marked the opening of the Minneapolis Armory, a massive building constructed to house military units of the Minnesota National Guard. Over the years, the Armory has also served as a venue for concerts, sporting events, political rallies, and other public gatherings.

3. The first-ever recorded snowfall in Minnesota occurred on November 1, 1839, in Fort Snelling. While it's unclear how much snow fell that day, it marked the beginning of what would become a long and snowy winter in the state.

4. November 1, 1950, was a historic day for Minnesota sports fans, as it marked the first-ever game played by the Minneapolis Lakers in the newly-formed NBA. The Lakers, led by star players George Mikan and Jim Pollard, defeated the Fort Wayne Pistons 19-18 in a low-scoring affair.

5. On November 1, 1975, a massive fire broke out at the historic Foshay Tower in downtown Minneapolis. The blaze, which was caused by faulty electrical wiring in the building's basement, destroyed several floors and caused millions of dollars in damage. While the tower was eventually restored and continues to be a landmark in the city, the fire serves as a reminder of the importance of proper safety measures in historic buildings.