Location: Madison
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What to do and see in Madison, Indiana (IN): The Best Sights & Landmarks
Madison is a city in and the county seat of Jefferson County, Indiana, United States, along the Ohio River. Its estimated population was 12,247 as of 2016. Over 55,000 people live within 15 miles of downtown Madison. Madison is the largest city along the Ohio River between Louisville, Kentucky and Cincinnati, Ohio. Madison is one of the core cities of the Louisville-Elizabethtown-Madison metroplex, an area with a population of approximately 1.5 million. In 2006, the majority of Madison's downtown area was designated the largest contiguous National Historic Landmark in the United States—133 blocks of the downtown area is known as the Madison Historic Landmark District.
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1. Historic District
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 281 reviews
The area along First, Second and Third Streets is home to many of the town's restored pre-Civil War houses.
Reviewed By jgbtravels - Louisville, United States
A couple of years ago there were some empty storefronts but now there seems to be some nice new places to shop. We love going to Madison and browsing the cute shops there. It’s especially nice in the fall and Christmas as the decorations are special. Shop owners/staff are very friendly and helpful and of course we came away with some purchases. I believe there area at least 3 coffee shops on Main Street. That’s unusual for a small town. Architecturally it’s a great town and very historic. Do check out the new McWhiggin’s Wonder Emporium which is quite unique for a town it’s size.
2. Lanier Mansion State Historic Site
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4.5 based on 229 reviews
Tour this sprawling home on the Ohio River, the site of a heroic story that's still impacting Indiana today, and one of the finest examples of Greek Revival architecture in the Midwest. This location is part of the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites, a statewide museum system with 12 locations.
Reviewed By MaryNell360
Even in February, it was a great tour! Very knowledgeable guide, exquisitely renovated and beautiful location facing the banks of the Ohio River. We drove around the historic district after the tour, then headed to the frozen waterfalls at very nearby Clifty Falls State Park. Great day!
3. Francis Costigan House
4. Jeremiah Sullivan House
5. Art On Main
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4.5 based on 16 reviews
The Art On Main Gallery is operated by artist-members of Madison Art Club, one of the oldest continuously operating art clubs in Indiana. Original paintings, drawings, sculpture, pottery, textiles, jewelry, wearable art and photography by over 50 regional artists and craftspeople. The artwork is renewed quarterly and there are frequent special themed exhibits. Located in historic district.
Reviewed By Z7699SNlindae
A gallery displaying a large variety of Art in all price ranges, styles and mediums. Like attending a mini street fair offering quality merchandise. You will find gifts as well as enviable works for your own collection. The artwork changes regularly and frequent exhibitions make this a spot to visit time and time again.
6. Trinity United Methodist Church
7. Broadway Fountain
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By richardf600 - Louisville, United States
If you are going to visit Madison you must see the Broadway Fountain. This beautiful old fountain has been photographed Mose than anything else in Madison. My nephew got engaged here so anytime we visit we have to come and take a photo to send to him as a remembrance. Don't miss this one.
8. Schofield House
9. Dr. William Hutching's Office & Museum
10. Historic Eleutherian College
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 8 reviews
