| It was finally decided on this day
in 1805 that Montpelier would be Vermont’s state capital.
The search for a permanent seat for Vermont’s Legislature
drew the attention of multiple towns.Montpelier won out, not only
because it was centrally located, but because of its financial offers.
Montpelier put forth financial support for erecting the necessary
buildings to house Vermont’s state government. It also was
willing to donate land to the cause, making its offer that much
more attractive.
Today, State Street in Montpelier hosts a variety of state offices,
and, of course, Vermont’s picturesque statehouse.
Historic image courtesy Vermont
Historical Society
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Vermont’s first statehouse
was the result of Montpelier stepping forward with a good incentives
to become Vermont’s Capitol.
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