In the mid-1800's, Madison was the center of transportation, industry and commerce for the entire region. Many of the streets of Madison feature 19th C Federal, Classical Revival and Italianate buildings.
Dr. William Hutchings Office is located in a small building in the historic district of Madison. The building housing Dr. William Hutchings Office was built in the early part of the 19th Century and has been wonderfully restored. Inside the office visitors are treated to a collection of the medical tools used by Dr. William Hutchings along with original family furnishings.
James Franklin Doughty Lanier was a pioneer of Madison, Indiana. He became one of the most important and influential figures in Indiana's history in the 19th century as a result of his activities in banking and railroad development.
Completed in 1844, the Lanier Mansion is now considered by many to be the "Crown Jewel" of Madison's National Historic Landmark District. It was designed by architect Francis Costigan. Some original furniture and the three-story spiral staircase are interior features. Formal gardens feature plants and landscape styles of the late 19th C.
Lanier moved to New York City in 1851 but he maintained close ties to his former home state. During the Civil War he loaned the State of Indiana over $1 million to equip troops and pay interest on the state's debt.
Address: Lanier Mansion State Historic Site, 511 West First Street, Madison, IN 47250-3773, United States
Phone: 1 (812) 265-3526, Fax: 1 (812) 265-3501
Hours:
9am-5pm
Always closed on: Martin Luther King's Birthday - USA (3rd Monday, January ), Columbus Day - USA (2nd Monday, October ), Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November ), Veteran's Day - USA (November 11), Christmas - Christian (December 25), Easter - Christian
The octagonal railroad building, constructed in 1895, was used as a passenger station until 1935. The station now houses railroading artifacts such as posters and relics.
Address: Jefferson County Historical Society, 615 West First Street, Madison, IN 47250-3731, United States
Phone: 1 (812) 265-2335, Fax: 1 (812) 273-5023
Hours:
May 1 to October 31: 10am-4:30pm; Closed: Sun
November 1 to April 30: 10am-4:30pm; Closed: Sun, Sun, Sat
The Masonic Schofield House, located in Madison, is one of the city's premier attractions. The home was originally built in 1816; the building is a good example of the Federal style. When it was originally constructed, the Masonic Schofield House operated as a tavern. The Masonic Schofield House has operated as a Masonic museum since 1975.
The Sullivan House is located in Madison. This home has been lovingly restored over the years and is now in the same condition it was when it was built in 1818. The home is considered to be a very good example of the Federal style of architecture. Sullivan House is managed by Historic Madison, and is one of the many properties they maintain located throughout the city.
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