Vermont became the 14th state of the Union on March 4, 1791! It’s named after a French expression for its green mountains, so you can also call it the Green Mountain State! Its capital is Montpelier, and its largest city is Burlington! Vermont’s state motto is “Freedom and Unity!” This state is famous for its ski resorts, teddy bears, and Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream, not to mention the monster of Lake Champlain, birthplace of Joseph Smith, and the Ethan Allen Homestead!