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Vermont was the first state to outlaw slavery in its constitution in 1777, making it a leader in the early abolitionist movement.
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Vermont has banned billboards along its roadways since 1968, preserving the state’s scenic landscapes and charming small-town feel.
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Ben & Jerry’s has a “Flavor Graveyard” at its factory in Waterbury where discontinued ice cream flavors get a tombstone and epitaph.
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Lake Champlain is rumored to be home to “Champ,” a Loch Ness-style Lake monster. Sightings of Champ date back to the 1600s.
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Montpelier, Vermont, is the only U.S. state capital without a McDonald’s, proudly embracing its small-town charm and unique identity.
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Largest Producer of Maple Syrup in the U.S.: Vermont leads the U.S. in maple syrup production, producing nearly half of the country’s supply.
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Vermont is the second least-populated state and has a fiercely independent spirit. It’s one of the only states with no Walmart supercenters.
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Haunted Wilson Castle is a stunning 19th-century estate known for its eccentric architecture—and alleged paranormal activity.