1. In 1844, the University of Wisconsin-Madison was founded. The university is one of the largest in the United States and is known for its research and academic programs.

2. In 1863, President Abraham Lincoln gave a speech in Madison, Wisconsin, as part of his tour to promote the Emancipation Proclamation. The speech was given at the state capitol and attracted a large crowd.

3. In 1919, the first Greyhound Bus Line began service in Wisconsin. The first route was between Superior and Wausau, and the line quickly expanded to other parts of the state and the country.

4. In 1973, the Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Boston Celtics 120-118 in a game that went into double overtime. The game is considered one of the greatest in NBA history and featured legendary players like Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and John Havlicek.

5. In 2002, the Green Bay Packers played their first game at the newly renovated Lambeau Field. The stadium underwent a major renovation that included new seating, a new sound system, and a new playing surface. The Packers won their first game on the renovated field 20-10 against the New England Patriots.