
Madison is located on the banks of the Ohio River in Southeastern Indiana, less than two hours driving distance from Louisville, Cincinnati, and Indianapolis. Must See Video - Madison Indiana Relax, explore and enjoy the uniqueness of Madison, Indiana. Located in scenic Southeastern Indiana, Madison is a treasure waiting to be discovered. Those with a fine eye for artistic and architectural appreciation, style and historic reverence, will find it all in Madison.
The City: Historic Madison has over 133 blocks listed on the National Register of Historic Places, encompassing over 1500 structures and the entire downtown area.
Attractions: Madison is home to three award-winning wineries, antique shops and antique malls, unique craft and specialty shops, Clifty Falls State Park, numerous art galleries and a growing artist colony.
Clifty Falls State Park is located near Madison with entrances on state roads 56 and 62. The park’s waterfalls change moods with the weather and the seasons and can range from roaring plunges to delicate bridal-veil mists to gleaming frozen titans. Winter and spring visits reveal them at their best. The rugged splendor of Clifty Canyon offers exciting year-round hiking and scenery.
James Lanier was one of Madison’s pioneers. As a result of his activities in banking and railroad development, he became one of the most important and influential figures in Indiana’s history. The Lanier Mansion is one of the best examples of Greek Revival architecture in the country, and today is acknowledged as the "Crown Jewel" of Madison’s Historic District.
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