1. In 1862, the Idaho Territory was officially established by the United States government. This was a significant moment in Idaho's history, as it marked the beginning of its path towards statehood.

2. On September 13, 1904, the first ever Idaho State Fair was held in Boise. The fair has since become an annual tradition, drawing in crowds from across the state and beyond.

3. In 1959, the National Reactor Testing Station (now known as the Idaho National Laboratory) was founded in Eastern Idaho. The facility is now one of the nation's leading research centers for nuclear energy and other advanced technologies.

4. On September 13, 1877, Chief Joseph of the Nez Perce tribe surrendered to the U.S. Army after a months-long battle that saw his people forced to flee from their ancestral lands. The surrender marked a tragic moment in Idaho's history, as it represented the loss of Native American land and culture.

5. In 1991, the Ste. Chapelle Winery opened its doors in Caldwell, Idaho. The winery has since become one of the state's most popular tourist destinations, offering a range of award-winning wines and stunning views of the surrounding countryside.