Arts & Entertainment:
* Ethan Allen: Author of "The Book of Mormon" (though he wasn't actually from Vermont, he spent time there and is closely associated with the state)
* Grace Slick: Lead singer of the rock band Jefferson Airplane
* Phish: Iconic jam band formed in Vermont
* Trey Anastasio: Lead singer and guitarist of Phish
* Bennington College: Famous for its arts program and alumni like actors Frances McDormand, Amy Adams, and Willem Dafoe
* Susan Sarandon: Academy Award-winning actress
* Jonah Hill: Academy Award-nominated actor
Politics & Government:
* Calvin Coolidge: 30th President of the United States
* Chester A. Arthur: 21st President of the United States
* Bernie Sanders: U.S. Senator from Vermont and former presidential candidate
* Howard Dean: Former governor of Vermont and Democratic National Committee chair
* Madeleine Kunin: Former governor of Vermont (first female governor of Vermont)
Business & Industry:
* Ben & Jerry: Founders of the popular ice cream company Ben & Jerry's
* Fred Tuttle: "Vermont's most famous unknown artist" known for his folk art and unconventional life
Sports & Recreation:
* Patrick Ewing: NBA Hall of Famer who played for the New York Knicks
* Ted Ligety: World Champion alpine skier
* Mikaela Shiffrin: Olympic and World Champion alpine skier
Literature & History:
* Rudyard Kipling: English author who spent time in Vermont and wrote several works set there
* Frederick Billings: Early Vermont business leader and philanthropist who played a key role in developing the state's infrastructure
* Henry Ward Beecher: Abolitionist and social reformer
Other:
* Ruth Gruber: Journalist and humanitarian known for her work rescuing Jewish refugees during World War II
This list is not exhaustive, and there are many other notable people who have contributed to Vermont's history, culture, and legacy.