1. On March 6, 1862, the Battle of Pea Ridge began in northwest Arkansas during the American Civil War. The battle was a Union victory that helped secure control of the state for the Union army.

2. In 1889, the Arkansas State Legislature established the University of Arkansas School of Law in Little Rock. Today, the law school is located in Fayetteville and is one of the top-ranked law schools in the country.

3. On March 6, 1953, the Arkansas Legislature approved Act 429, which established the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. The commission is responsible for managing the state's wildlife and promoting hunting and fishing.

4. The iconic Arkansas Razorback mascot was first introduced on March 6, 1909. The Razorback has since become a symbol of pride for the University of Arkansas and its sports teams.

5. On March 6, 1964, the Arkansas State Capitol building was added to the National Register of Historic Places. The building was constructed in the early 1900s and is known for its neoclassical architecture and stunning dome.