1. In 1857, the Masonic Lodge No. 13 was established in Virginia City, Nevada. It was one of the earliest lodges in the state and played a significant role in the development of the community.

2. On February 9, 1864, Nevada was officially admitted into the Union as the 36th state. This date is now celebrated as Nevada Day, an annual state holiday.

3. In 1885, the town of Winnemucca was incorporated in Humboldt County, Nevada. It was named after a Paiute Indian chief and became an important transportation hub for the region.

4. On February 9, 1905, the Nevada National Guard was founded. It has since played a vital role in the state's defense and emergency response efforts.

5. In 1962, the film "The Misfits" premiered in Las Vegas, Nevada. The movie was directed by John Huston and starred Marilyn Monroe, Clark Gable, and Montgomery Clift. It was the last film for both Monroe and Gable, who died shortly after its release.