We know how to throw a party! We’ve been doing this since 1809….there is ALWAYS something to do when you come to Madison. There are home tours, music events, garden tours, holiday events, arts/crafts shows, 5Ks, car shows, food & wine tastings – just to name a few.
Our largest events include RiverRoots Music and Folk Arts Festival, Madison Regatta, Madison Ribberfest BBQ & Blues, Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art, Soup, Stew, Chili & Brew Festival and Nights Before Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes.

December 2019
Behind the Scenes Tour
Lanier Mansion, 4pm. Exclusive look into all the nooks & crannies. Tour goers should be prepared to climb stairs & walk on uneven surfaces. $13 adults, $11 seniors, $6 children, 812-265-3526 There will not be a standard 4pm tour.
Find out more »Santa at Lanier Mansion
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.
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Dates & Times subject to change. Please call ahead.