1. In 1952, the University of Wyoming's American Heritage Center was founded. Today, it serves as one of the largest archives of historical documents and artifacts in the American West.

2. In 1876, Buffalo Bill Cody arrived in Deadwood, South Dakota. Cody was a renowned scout, buffalo hunter, and performer who made his mark in the Wild West Show circuit.

3. In 1927, the Casper Municipal Airport (now known as the Casper/Natrona County International Airport) opened its doors. It was originally used as a landing field for the U.S. Army Air Service, and has since become a major transportation hub for the region.

4. In 1903, a massive fire destroyed much of the town of Sheridan, Wyoming. The blaze was so intense that it could be seen from over 200 miles away, in Billings, Montana.

5. In 1967, the first Wyoming Cowboy Football game was played at War Memorial Stadium in Laramie. The team won 26-10 over the Oregon Ducks. Today, the Cowboys remain a beloved fixture of Wyoming sports culture.