1. In 1889, North Dakota was officially admitted to the Union as the 39th state. This came after a booming period of settlement and development in the late 1800s, as the state's rich agricultural lands drew in settlers from across the country and abroad.

2. On September 10, 1914, Williston experienced a catastrophic fire that destroyed much of the town's commercial district. The fire broke out in an oil well drilling rig and quickly spread to nearby buildings, fueled by the area's abundant oil reserves. Despite the efforts of firefighters from across the region, the fire raged for hours and caused millions of dollars in damage.

3. In 1983, the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center opened in Washburn, North Dakota. The center, located near the site where the famous explorers camped during their journey up the Missouri River, features interactive exhibits and educational programs about the Lewis and Clark expedition and the Westward Expansion.

4. On September 10, 1938, Fargo-Moorhead received a significant dust storm that blanketed the region in a thick layer of dirt and debris. The storm, which was caused by a combination of severe drought conditions and high winds, caused damage to crops and livestock and further worsened the economic struggles of farmers and ranchers in the area.

5. Finally, in 1992, the National Buffalo Museum opened in Jamestown, North Dakota. The museum features exhibits and programs about the history and importance of the American buffalo, which has played a significant role in the culture and economy of the state for centuries. The museum also houses a live buffalo herd and offers opportunities for visitors to see the animals up close.