USAToday 10Best Features Madison, IN

February 25, 2025 Lyndsey Ritchie

“Perched along a scenic bend of the Ohio River near Cincinnati, Louisville, and Indianapolis, the small town of Madison, Indiana, is a slice of Americana that thrives in the modern age while keeping its soul intact. Madison is home to America’s largest contiguous National Historic Landmark District, where elegant mansions and storefronts create a living museum of architectural treasures.

Yet, this picturesque hamlet is anything but a sleepy relic of the past, and people are taking notice. In 2024, Madison made a clean sweep, claiming the Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s Community of the Year Award, a Great American Main Street Award, and ranking first in USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Award for Best Small Town in the Midwest.

Interested in discovering what all the buzz is about? Here’s what you need to know to plan a fun getaway to this Midwest gem.”