1. In 1839, the Arkansas State Capitol was established in Little Rock. The Capitol building is a historic landmark and is still in use today as the state's legislative center.

2. On June 14, 1902, the Lake Conway Dam was completed in Faulkner County. The dam was built to create a large reservoir for irrigation and flood control in the central region of the state.

3. In 1917, Arkansas native Hattie Caraway became the first woman elected to the United States Senate. Caraway served two full terms in the Senate and was a strong advocate for women's rights and social justice.

4. On June 14, 1948, the Ozark National Forest was established in Arkansas. The forest covers over 1 million acres and is home to a variety of wildlife and recreational opportunities, including hiking, camping, and boating.

5. In 1960, the Little Rock Nine graduated from Little Rock Central High School, marking a significant milestone in the fight for desegregation in the United States. The students, who were the first to integrate the school in 1957, faced intense opposition and harassment from white supremacists and segregationists.