Vermont's capital, Montpelier, is located in East Vermont. Said to be the smallest state capital in the United States, with a population of approximately 7000, a significant portion of residents are employed by the government. The Historic State House is billed as one of the oldest (over 140 years old) and best-preserved state capital buildings in America. Free tours of this historic site, in East Vermont, are available through the summer months. While in Vermont's east, take a trip to Barre, a short drive from Montpelier, and visit Barre Opera House (built in 1886). Take a drive to the town of Woodstock, voted the prettiest small town in America. Woodstock is home to the well-known Woodstock Resort and Suicide Six Ski Hill. Still in Woodstock, be sure to visit the Marsh Billings Rockefeller National Historic Park