1. Kansas became a state: November 19, 1861, marks the date when Kansas officially became the 34th state in the United States. Before this, Kansas was a territory that had been the stage for bloody conflict between anti-slavery and pro-slavery forces prior to the Civil War.

2. Dwight D. Eisenhower Library: On November 19, 1957, the Dwight D. Eisenhower Library and Museum was dedicated in Abilene, Kansas. The library is the repository for archival materials related to President Eisenhower, who was a native of the state.

3. Wichita State University plane crash: On November 19, 1970, a chartered plane carrying 40 members of the Wichita State University football team, coaches, and supporters crashed in Colorado, killing 31 people. The tragedy shook the campus and community, and a memorial now stands in their honor.

4. Kansas City Chiefs: On November 19, 2000, the Kansas City Chiefs played their final game at the old Arrowhead Stadium. The team would move to a newly-renovated Arrowhead Stadium the following season, where they still play today.

5. Exploration Place museum: November 19, 2000, also marked the opening of Wichita's Exploration Place museum, which features interactive exhibits on science, technology, and Kansas history. Since its opening, the museum has welcomed millions of visitors and become a popular educational destination in the state.