All About Vermont!
“Freedom and Unity”
Vermont is beautiful state made up of 9,614 square miles and many different features that attract tourists and residents alike! Commonly referred to as The Green Mountain State, Vermont was settled in 1770 by Ethan Allen and his “Green Mountain Boys” after a heated dispute over land rights between New York and New Hampshire. Vermont was later granted statehood on March 10, 1791, as the 14th state to enter the Union.
Vermont is famous for many things, including dairy – Vermont's signature cheddar cheese – and maple syrup production, beautiful lakes, majestic mountains, and vast forests.
Fun Facts About Vermont
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The capital of Vermont is Montpelier, Vermont.
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Vermont produces more than 500,000 gallons of maple syrup each year; some of which probably ended up on your waffles or pancakes.
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This is the second smallest state, in terms of population, in the United States; with the majority of state residents living in rural communities, instead of bigger cities.
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Vermont native U.S. President Calvin Coolidge was the only president born on Independence Day.
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The Ben & Jerry's ice cream empire was founded in Vermont and the company distributes their ice cream waste to Vermont farmers to their pigs – the piggies seem to like all of the different Ben & Jerry's flavors, except Mint Oreo!
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Vermont's state fruit is the apple; some state residents even include certain elements when enjoying their apple pie: 1. add a slice of cheddar cheese 2. add a scoop of vanilla ice cream 3. enjoy with a glass of Vermont produced milk
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The largest city in Vermont is Burlington, Vermont.
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In 1987, the Monarch butterfly became the state official butterfly – thanks, in part, to the fifth-grade students of Cornwall Elementary School!
Although Vermont is a relatively small state, it packs a big punch in terms of entertainment and tourism! There is such a wide variety of things to do in Vermont, there is something for everyone; from the avid hiker and outdoorsy types to educational and enlightening activities for families. Skiing and snowboarding are popular hobbies during the winter months and attract tourists to the fantastic mountains that offer the perfect setting for a ski weekend! Vermont residents and visitors can check out the following links for different VT attractions and things to do:
The Official State Website of Vermont
The Vermont Historical Society
Vermont Attraction Association
Your Guide to Vermont Attractions
Discover Vermont for Families and Children
Bennington, Vermont Attractions
Burlington, Vermont Attractions
A Collection of Things to do in Vermont
Everything You Need to Go Camping in Vermont
Contact Information for Vermont's Many State Park
The Best Places to View Vermont's Fall Foliage