1. The Wisconsin Women's Suffrage Movement: On March 8, 1869, the Wisconsin State Journal published an editorial advocating for women's suffrage, marking a significant moment in the state's history of women's rights activism. The Wisconsin Women's Suffrage Association was established later that year, and the state granted women the right to vote in school board elections in 1875.

2. Wisconsin's First Woman Elected to Congress: On March 8, 1971, Wisconsin elected its first woman to Congress, Democrat Gwen Moore. Moore has been a vocal advocate for progressive policies and has served in the U.S. House of Representatives for over 15 years.

3. The Great Peshtigo Fire: In 1871, the deadliest wildfire in American history swept through Wisconsin, killing over 1,200 people and destroying entire towns. The fire began on March 8 and raged for two full days before finally being extinguished.

4. Wisconsin's First Women's Shelter: Milwaukee's La Casa de Esperanza, the first shelter in Wisconsin to be led by and for Latina women, was founded on March 8, 1968. Today, the organization provides a variety of services, including emergency shelter, legal advocacy, and parenting support.

5. Wisconsin's State Capitol Building: Wisconsin's State Capitol Building, located in Madison, was completed on March 8, 1917, after a nine-year construction process. The building is known for its striking Beaux-Arts architecture, as well as its impressive collection of artwork and historical artifacts.