1. Louisiana became a state on September 22, 1812. It was the 18th state to be admitted to the United States.

2. September 22, 1951, was the opening day of the Louisiana State Fair. The fair has been held annually in Shreveport, Louisiana, since 1906.

3. On September 22, 1862, the Battle of Stirling's Plantation took place. It was part of the American Civil War and was fought in West Baton Rouge Parish. Union forces were defeated, and Confederate forces were able to protect the state's capital, Baton Rouge.

4. September 22, 1981, was the first day of operation for the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans. The Superdome has hosted many major events, including the Super Bowl and the Final Four.

5. On September 22, 1909, Louisiana-native Buddy Bolden recorded his famous jazz tune "Funky Butt." Bolden is considered one of the pioneers of jazz music, and his style greatly influenced other famous musicians such as Louis Armstrong.