First St., Madison, Indiana TOURS : Timed, indoor tours of Lanier Mansion are available Wednesday through Sunday at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Specialty tours must be booked in advance by ...

James Franklin Doughty Lanier moved to Madison, Indiana in 1817. By 1844, his success in the banking and railroad industries allowed him to build the grandest residence in the area: a 13,500 ...

In 1861, Lanier deeded his Madison mansion to his oldest son, ... In 1925, Indiana showed its gratitude to Lanier by designating the residence the state’s first historic site.

Madison, IN (812)265-2967. Historic Broadway Hotel & Tavern 313 Broadway Street Madison, IN 812-265-2346. Blue River Cottage 421 W. Second St. 812-701-3799. Lanier Mansion 601 W. 1st Street ...

Those visiting Lanier Mansion will learn about its architecture and railroad magnate James F.D. Lanier, who helped Indiana stay on the side of the Union during the Civil War. The free guided tours ...

From the Lanier Mansion in Madison: check out the Madison Regatta, learn how LM Sugarbush produces maple syrup, hear how Cincinnati Accordion got started, and explore Nick's Museum of Treasures.

Francis Costigan — Madison, Indiana’s most well-known architect — designed multiple buildings that hold historic significance today. These include the Lanier Mansion, the Shrewsbury-Windle ...

Lanier loaned the Indiana government $1 million to equip troops and to pay interest on the state debt. It was all paid back by 1870. Lanier's legacy is preserved in Madison at the mansion he built ...

James Franklin Doughty Lanier moved to Madison, Indiana in 1817. By 1844, his success in the banking and railroad industries allowed him to build the grandest residence in the area: a 13,500 ...