You know what they say...location, location, location...
a little money and land thrown in doesn't hurt, either!

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.

Image courtesy the Vermont Historical Society.

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