1. In 1893, the Rhode Island State Fair opened in Cranston. This was a significant event in the state's agricultural history, and it continued as an annual event for over 100 years.

2. On September 24, 1937, the Narragansett Brewery in Cranston was raided by federal agents for violating Prohibition laws. This was a common occurrence during the era and marked a significant moment in the state's history of alcohol production and regulation.

3. In 1955, Brown University began desegregating its student body, making it the first Ivy League school to do so. This historic decision was carried out on September 24, when three Black students were admitted to the university.

4. On September 24, 1974, a group of Native American activists known as the "Trail of Broken Treaties Caravan" arrived in Providence. The group was protesting the US government's failure to honor treaties made with Native American tribes, and their arrival sparked a wave of activism and awareness in the state.

5. In 2003, the Newport Jazz Festival celebrated its 49th anniversary with performances from renowned artists such as Norah Jones, Dave Brubeck, and Diana Krall. The festival has been a staple of Rhode Island's cultural scene since its inception in 1954 and continues to attract music lovers from around the world.