Madison, Indiana-- Part 2

Taken from various tourism brochures.

Some other things to see:

ELEUTHRIAN COLLEGE-- pre-Civil War seat of learning that took all genders and races. National Underground Railroad Site and National Landmark. This whole area was a major hub of activity on the Underground Railroad.

CRYSTAL BEACH POOL-- WPA project built 1938.

JEFFERSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE-- built 1854-1855 in classic revival style.

LANIER MUSEUM-- Greek revival structure, home of James Francis Lanier. completed in 1844.

LYMAN HOYT HOUSE-- Underground Railroad conductor and officer in the Neil's Creek Anti-Slavery Society. Currently being restored.

MADISON RAILROAD STATION-- Used for passenger service until 1955.

BEN SCHROEDER SADDLETREE FACTORY-- you can see how saddle "frames" were made between 1878 and 1972.

There are also three WINERIES in the area: Lanthier Winery, Madison Vineyards, and Thomas Family Winery.

River boats also make ports-o-call, including the Delta Queen (at least until this past year).

The Madison Bicentennial will be June 6-14th, 2009.


TRAILS

There is also an Indiana Wine Trail which features six vitners.

Underground Railroad Driving Tour

John Hunt Morgan Heritage Trail (Civil War)

Ohio River Scenic Byway


And then, don't forget the good times and eatin' at the Madison RIBBERFEST (get it) the third weekend in August.

Definitely Have to Go Back. --RoadDog