1. Wyoming became a state: October 6, 1890 marks the day when Wyoming officially became the 44th state of the United States of America.

2. The first woman to serve on a jury: On October 6, 1870, Esther Hobart Morris, a resident of South Pass City, became the first woman to serve on a jury in the United States.

3. Matthew Shepard murder: October 6, 1998, saw the brutal murder of Matthew Shepard, a gay man who was beaten to death in Laramie, Wyoming. His death sparked a nationwide conversation about hate crimes against LGBTQ+ individuals.

4. Wind River Indian Reservation established: On October 6, 1868, the Wind River Indian Reservation was established in Wyoming. The reservation is home to the Eastern Shoshone and Northern Arapaho tribes.

5. Grand Teton National Park established: On October 6, 1929, President Calvin Coolidge signed a bill creating Grand Teton National Park. The park is home to the Teton Range, which is a popular destination for hiking, skiing, and mountaineering.