Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites

Lanier Christmas Open House

Lanier Mansion State Historic Site 601 West 1st Street, Madison, IN, United States

Guests have the opportunity to explore the Lanier Mansion decorated for the holiday season. The tours are not guided but docents and volunteers will be on hand to answer questions. On display will be the "Santa Claus Letter," an artifact found in the fireplace and written by one of the Lanier children. Light concessions will be available at the Visitors […]

$3 – $5

Santa at Lanier Mansion

Lanier Mansion State Historic Site 601 West 1st Street, Madison, IN, United States

Explore the Lanier Mansion during this festive holiday event. Enjoy reading a copy of a real letter to Santa written by a Lanier descendant and discovered by staff decades later, plus get your photo with Santa! Included with purchase of site admission.

With Regular Admission

Magic at the Mansion

Lanier Mansion State Historic Site 601 West 1st Street, Madison, IN, United States

Experience a night of holiday magic in the mansion. This event will be a show by magician Richard E. Darshwood, an interactive entertainer with quite literally, a few tricks up his sleeve. His performance will take place in the Lanier Mansion's Double Parlor. There will be a cocktail hour while he does table side tricks during the mingling portion of […]

$30 – $35

‘Til Death Do Us Part: A 1920s Murder Mystery (Valentine’s Day)

Lanier Mansion State Historic Site 601 West 1st Street, Madison, IN, United States

Travel back to 1920 for a night of intrigue and deceit. Channel your inner detective and search for clues around the mansion, all while dressed in your favorite 20s duds – from flapper dresses and sequin headbands, to zoot suits and fedoras. This event is for adults ages 21+. Registration is required by Feb. 13 by calling 812.265.3526. Ticket price […]

$20 – $25

Ladies of Lanier Tour

Lanier Mansion State Historic Site 601 West 1st Street, Madison, IN, United States

Celebrate Women’s History Month with a tour focused on the lives of the wives and daughters of James Lanier on Wednesdays in March. Learn about the ideology of “separate spheres,” women’s fashion, personal hygiene and women’s suffrage. Price: $12/members, $15/non-members Tickets: Registration required by Feb. 26 | Member tickets | Non-member tickets | Call 812.265.3526 Questions? Call us at 812.265.3526 or email laniermansionshs@indianamuseum.org.

$12 – $15

Ladies of Lanier Tour

Lanier Mansion State Historic Site 601 West 1st Street, Madison, IN, United States

Celebrate Women’s History Month with a tour focused on the lives of the wives and daughters of James Lanier on Wednesdays in March. Learn about the ideology of “separate spheres,” women’s fashion, personal hygiene and women’s suffrage. Price: $12/members, $15/non-members Tickets: Registration required by March 4th | Member tickets | Non-member tickets | Call 812.265.3526 Questions? Call us at 812.265.3526 or email laniermansionshs@indianamuseum.org.

$12 – $15

Ladies of Lanier Tour

Lanier Mansion State Historic Site 601 West 1st Street, Madison, IN, United States

Celebrate Women’s History Month with a tour focused on the lives of the wives and daughters of James Lanier on Wednesdays in March. Learn about the ideology of “separate spheres,” women’s fashion, personal hygiene and women’s suffrage. Price: $12/members, $15/non-members Tickets: Registration required by March 11th | Member tickets | Non-member tickets | Call 812.265.3526 Questions? Call us at 812.265.3526 or email laniermansionshs@indianamuseum.org.

$12 – $15

CANCELLED – Ladies of Lanier Tour

Lanier Mansion State Historic Site 601 West 1st Street, Madison, IN, United States

Due to the COVID-19 crisis, this event will be cancelled. Celebrate Women’s History Month with a tour focused on the lives of the wives and daughters of James Lanier on Wednesdays in March. Learn about the ideology of “separate spheres,” women’s fashion, personal hygiene and women’s suffrage. Price: $12/members, $15/non-members Tickets: Registration required by March 18th | Member tickets | Non-member tickets | Call 812.265.3526 Questions? Call us […]

$12 – $15

FREE Day at Lanier Mansion State Historic Site

Lanier Mansion State Historic Site 601 West 1st Street, Madison, IN, United States

President's Day, Monday, February 19th, 2024 - Tours at 10:00am, 12:00, 2:00, and 4:00pm Pre-registration recommended, limit of 20 per tour. Click here to learn more.

Free Admission to Public

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