Vergennes, city in Addison County, Vermont, United States
Vergennes is a small city in Vermont covering only two square miles with around 2700 residents. The downtown features historic brick buildings, locally owned shops and restaurants, the 1897 Opera House, and the 1912 Greek Revival Bixby Memorial Library, all within walking distance.
The city was founded in 1788 and became Vermont's first official city. Ethan Allen, a Revolutionary War leader, suggested naming it after French politician Comte de Vergennes to honor his role in the Treaty of Paris.
The city's name honors French politician Comte de Vergennes, a key figure in creating the Treaty of Paris that ended the Revolutionary War. Residents call their town the little city with the big heart, building community through locally owned shops, galleries, and seasonal arts events.
The city is fully walkable with all main attractions clustered in the compact downtown and nearby areas. A train station serves visitors traveling from New York City, while Button Bay State Park and the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum are easily accessible by car.
The city hosts the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum where certified divers can explore sunken ship remains beneath the water's surface. The museum also features a real yellow submarine and tells the story of waterway navigation.
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