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Madison, Indiana From MADISON INDIANA VISIT National Historic Landmark District MADISON 8 Public Historic Sites Clifty Falls State Park Specialty Shopping 4 Wineries Restaurants & Cafes Historic Tours CLOSER THAN YOU THINK Mileage to Madison, Indiana from... Chicago, Illinois 279 Cincinnati, Ohio 75 Dayton, Ohio 130 Indianapolis, Indiana 95 Lexington, Kentucky 86 Louisville, Kentucky 55 MADISON 2017 Guide VisitMadison 601 W. First Street, Madison Indiana 47250 INDIANA 812-265-2956 Toll Free 800-559-2956 www.visitmadison.org VISITMADISON.ORG | 800.559.2956 A BRIEF HISTORY VISITOR SERVICES Settled in 1809, Madison achieved 19th century prominence with the arrival Madison Visitors Center 601 W. First Street | 812-265-2956 | 800-559-2956 of the steamboat and brisk river trade. Times were lively, the community [email protected] | www.visitmadison.org prospered, beautiful buildings and homes were constructed and society Full service visitors center. Local, regional and state information, blossomed. The arrival of the railroad and the decline of the steamboat era road & bike maps, brochures, public restrooms, lodging availability, 10-minute video presentation on Madison, and local souvenirs. stemmed the boom and Madison slipped into a century of slumber. What Group tour information and motorcoach parking available. appeared to be Madison’s misfortune was to become Madison’s legacy. Mid-Dec-Mar: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-3pm, Sun 11am-3pm Apr-mid-Dec Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 11am-4pm Recognized as “The prettiest small town in the Midwest” by Ladies Home Journal and “Best Preserved Town in the Midwest” by the Chicago Tribune, Madison Municipal Airport 3919 W. IMS Lane | 812-273-1914 Madison boasts the largest historic district in Indiana and the largest contiguous www.madisonmunicipalairport.com National Historic Landmark District in the US. There are over 133 blocks on the 5,000 foot runway allows for aircraft up to small biz-jets. Modern National Register of Historic Places and 3 National Historic Landmarks. terminal building with conference room, pilot lounge. Weather station and link to Louisville Approach. Daily Jan-Mar 7 & Nov 2- Dec 8am-5:30pm; Mar 8- Nov1 8am-6pm; closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years Charles Kuralt called Madison, Jefferson County Public Library Madison/Hanover “The most beautiful 420 W. Main Street/Madison | 812-265-2744 273 N. Madison Avenue/Hanover | 812-866-1470 rivertown in America.” [email protected] | www.mjcpl.org We hope you agree. Established as the first public library in the old Northwest Territories, the library includes local history, photographs, genealogy and internet access. Madison: Mon-Thurs 9am-8pm; Fri 9am-6pm; Sat 9am-5pm Hanover: Mon 11am-7pm; Tues-Fri 10am-6pm; Sat 1pm-5pm Dates and times subject to change, please call ahead. Photo Credits 2 Wanda Hertz | Ann Mulligan | HMI, Inc. 3 LIVING WITH HISTORY IS A MADISON LIFESTYLE Dr. William Hutchings’ Office & Museum History Center Lanier Mansion Historic Site Masonic Schofield House 120 W. Third Street | 812-265-2967 Jefferson County Historical Society | 615 W. First Street 601 W. First Street | 812-265-3526 217 W. Second Street | 812-265-4759 812-265-2335 [email protected] | www.historicmadisoninc.com [email protected] | www.indianamuseum.org/lanier The house, built circa 1815, is the first two story brick inn and tavern [email protected] | www.jchshc.org One of the most authentic 19th century medical history restorations 1844 Greek Revival home of James F.D. Lanier (the “crown jewel” of in Madison. It is the birthplace of the Indiana Grand Lodge Explore the rich history of the area, enjoy exhibits on civil war, steam in the US. Hundreds of Dr. Hutchings’ medical records, surgical tools, Madison’s Historic District). A National Historic Landmark, beautiful of Freemasons in 1818. boating and much more! Children’s Interactive Exhibit – general store books and other artifacts including early electrical healing devices fill home with great history. Guided tours at regular intervals between Open Apr 15-Oct 31 Thurs-Mon 10:30am-4:30pm & school room. Museum Shop, restored red caboose. the office. Next door, in the museum, enjoy a sampling of Hutchings’ 9am and 4pm, except noon. Open daily 9am-5pm, year round except Admission: adults $3.00, couple $5.00 family treasures. Owned and operated by Historic Madison, Inc. Tues – Fri 10am-4:30pm Mar–Mid Dec: Sat 10am-4:30pm May – Oct some state holidays. Open late-Apr through Oct Fri-Mon 1pm-4:30pm Research Archives Tues & Thurs 10am-4:30pm Mar – Mid Dec Admission: adults $10.00; seniors $8.00; children $5.00 Schroeder Saddletree Factory Museum Admission: adults $4:00, children free Admission: $4 or $7 for both History Center and RR Station, children 106 Milton Street | 812-265-2967 free, senior & military discounts. Madison Railroad Station [email protected] | www.historicmadisoninc.com Francis Costigan House Jefferson County Historical Society | 615 W. First Street Visit America’s only restored 19th century saddletree factory. Tours, 812-265-2335 408 W. Third Street | 812-265-2967 Jeremiah Sullivan House demonstrations and exhibits show how the Schroeder family made [email protected] | www.jchshc.org [email protected] | www.historicmadisoninc.com 304 W. Second Street | 812-265-2967 saddle frames, clothespins and other products. Owned and operated Restored 1895 railroad station with impressive octagonal waiting Built by Francis Costigan, Madison’s most premier architect and [email protected] | www.historicmadisoninc.com by Historic Madison, Inc. room, explore exhibits, artifacts of the past and Madison’s master builder, for his family. This freshly restored Greek Revival Built in 1818 and considered Madison’s first mansion, this stately Open late-Apr through Oct Fri-Mon 1pm-4:30pm railroad history. Don’t miss our restored red caboose! Tues – Fri townhouse displays grand 19th century styles designed to keep the federal style structure was home to one of Madison’s most 10am-4:30pm Mar–Mid Dec: Sat 10am-4:30pm May – Oct: Admission: adults $4.00, children free eye moving in a structure that is an architectural masterpiece of distinguished leaders. Sullivan and his family lived in the home for Research Archives Tues & Thurs 10am-4:30pm Mar – Mid Dec proportions. Owned and operated by Historic Madison, Inc. over 70 years. Owned and operated by Historic Madison, Inc. Open late-April through Oct Fri-Mon 1pm-4:30pm Open late-Apr through Oct Fri-Mon 1pm-4: 30pm Admission: $4 or $7 for both History Center & RR Station, 4 Admission: adults $4.00, children free Admission: adults $4.00, children free children free, senior & military discounts 5 Indiana Wine Trail 800-559-2956 www.indianawinetrail.com Experience 7 wineries tucked into the beautiful rolling hills and historic river towns of southeast Indiana. John Hunt Morgan Heritage Trail P.O. Box 407 Versailles IN 47402 | 812-689-6410 X5 [email protected] | www.hhhills.org Relive the most significant event in Indiana during the American Civil War, 1861-65. The 185 mile trail follows the footsteps of Confederate Raider John Hunt Morgan’s 2000 men and horses. Part of the route traverses Jefferson County and is highlighted with a campsite in Dupont. Ohio River Scenic Route 800-559-2956 www.ohioriverbyway.com Designated a National Scenic Byway, this portion of the scenic drive hugs the river’s edge among picturesque hills and CARRIAGE valleys surrounding the majestic Ohio River. The Science Center RIDES & TOURS Hanover College Self guided tour. Displays include colorful minerals, rare & unusual Broomtail Carriage Co. fossils, art & cultural exhibits, butterfly collection and much more. 3386 S-225W, Versailles | 812-756-4168 [email protected] Underground Railroad Driving Tour - Madison’s best historic tours, weddings, white carriages, self guided 20 passenger trolley, antique funeral casson. 800-559-2956 Saturdays 4pm-10pm, other days by appointment. ATTRACTIONS & SCENIC ROUTES Experience the history of the UGRR in SE Indiana, the routes traveled by runaway slaves and the location of the safe houses that hid Madison Trolley, Inc Broadway Fountain Hanover College them from danger. Learn about the people and places that created 516 Mulberry Street | 812-701-4013 North Broadway & Main Street Hanover | 812-866-7000 Indiana’s Freedom Trails. [email protected] This ornate fountain is one of only four remaining of this style in the www.hanover.edu Weddings, progressive dinners, family reunions, school activities. world. Originally exhibited in Philadelphia in 1876, it was presented Founded in 1827, this is the oldest private four-year college in 24 passenger capacity. to the city in1886 by the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. Originally Indiana. The 630-acre campus overlooks the Ohio River valley and cast in iron, it was recast in bronze to commemorate the nation’s offers breathtaking views. bicentennial in 1976. Historic Michigan Road Byway FARMERS’ MARKET Chief White Eye Trail www.historicmichiganroad.org Canaan | 812-839-4101 The first road commissioned by the Indiana State Legislature in 1826, Madison Farmers’ Market The 1850 Kremer House, located in Canaan, is open by appointment it connected Madison on the Ohio River to Michigan City on Lake Broadway Fountain, North Broadway and Main Street and operated by The Canaan Restoration Council. This drive through Michigan via Indianapolis, the new state capital. The Michigan Road Apr- Oct Sat the rolling hills, farmland and forest of the eastern portion of winds its way through fourteen counties and more than two dozen Local produce and artisan goods sold around the Broadway Fountain. Jefferson County is magnificent during spring and fall. communities. It connects the north with the south and touches all of Saturday’s Market features live music and freshly made breakfast. 6 the topography we recognize as home in Indiana. $2.00 $2.00 7 Hatcher Hill Trail This newly opened hiking & biking trail is ¾ of a mile long.
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