1. Vermont officially became the 14th state.
March 25, 1791 marks the date that Vermont officially became the 14th state in the United States. The state was originally a part of the New Hampshire grant and later declared independent in 1777.

2. Vermont abolished slavery.
March 25, 1777 is a significant date for Vermont because it was on this day that Vermont abolished slavery. It was the first state in the United States to do so and is a significant milestone in the history of civil rights in the country.

3. Ethan Allen, the founder of Vermont, died.
Ethan Allen was a prominent figure in Vermont's history and played a major role in the state's development. He died on March 25, 1789, and his legacy still lives on in Vermont today.

4. Vermont became the first state to recognize same-sex marriage.
On March 25, 2009, Vermont became the first state to recognize same-sex marriage through legislation. The law was controversial at the time, but Vermont has continued to be a progressive state when it comes to LGBTQ rights.

5. The Vermont State House was dedicated.
The Vermont State House, located in Montpelier, was officially dedicated on March 25, 1859. The building is an important landmark in Vermont and has been the home of the state legislature since it was first built.