1. In 1805, Michigan Territory was officially created by an act of the United States Congress, with Detroit designated as its capital.

2. On September 26, 1830, the first steamboat arrived in Detroit, marking a significant increase in transportation options for the growing city.

3. The University of Michigan, one of the nation's oldest public universities, was founded on September 26, 1817, although it did not officially open until 1841.

4. In 1931, the Michigan Bell Telephone Company introduced dial telephones to the state, allowing customers to make direct calls without operator assistance for the first time.

5. On September 26, 1996, the Michigan State Senate passed a bill making English the official language of the state, sparking controversy and debate about language rights and discrimination.