1. On October 5, 1789, President George Washington visited Wilmington, Delaware as part of his tour of the new nation. While there, he stayed at the Golden Fleece Tavern and attended a ball in his honor.

2. The Dover International Speedway hosted its first NASCAR race on October 5, 1969. The Delaware 500 was won by Richard Petty, who took home a purse of $11,000.

3. On October 5, 1921, the Dupont Theatre in Wilmington opened its doors with a production of "The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse." The theater was built by chemical magnate Pierre S. DuPont and has since hosted many famous performers.

4. The Delaware Symphony Orchestra was founded on October 5, 1929, by conductor Josef Lambert. The orchestra has since become a cornerstone of the state's cultural community, performing over 20 concerts each year.

5. The University of Delaware officially integrated on October 5, 1950, when Sarah Bulah became the first African-American student to enroll. Today, the university is recognized as a leader in diversity and inclusion efforts.