BEAUTIFUL MADISON INDIANA-Steamboats, Barges, Restored Historic Homes, Local Shops On Ohio River!!!

Ahh...what a relaxing and beautiful historic Indiana Ohio River town packed full of every kind of history you could think of! Come along and see if you'd like to make this a destination to visit! This place and it's people sure have alot to offer!
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[@TheLifeandSadEnding]

I was born and raised in Madison Indiana. It is the same in many ways as it was in the 1960's, however, much has changed. The downtown area used to house dress shops, shoe stores, drug stores and other traditional small town retail establishments. Most are long ago closed. They have been replaced by some antique and curio shops mostly catering to tourists. Things change, but not always for the best. At least I have fond memories of going along with my mother shopping downtown on a busy Friday evening in the old days.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for watching...

[@WayneEarls]

I was born and raised in Madison. 48 years. Love it here. I also have a youtube channel. I enjoyed your video of Madison. Sometimes I wish we were closer to a big city because we have to go out of town or order online for anything beyond the basics. There are no specialty stores like hobby stores. You can't even find a fish store in Madison anymore, but if you want antiques we have it. Thanks for your review. I'll share it to my friends.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Gorgeous town...one of my all-time favorites. Thanks Wayne...HMM

[@wayneengle4473]

The lady in the black and white sweater who said she's from Madison, is Julie Berry, who was an elected official in our town for a number of years. She worked with me at The Madison Courier newspaper one summer, and is a very good friend.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

That's awesome Wayne. Julie sure was kind and courteous; I enjoyed speaking with her. Thanks for taking the time to watch!

[@lvrzowie]

Guess what I live there AWESOME 😁😁😁 I love it there and I still love it

[@brianrosenberger6515]

Wow I was Born at Kings Daughters Hospital in 75 and lived in the Vevay area. Many special memories in Madison . The Clifty Park is awesome. Remember washing cars at the waterfall, Watching the regatta from family backyards on the river , and the Steamboats and Barges. I could sit and watch the river traffic for hours

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

It's a wonderful area in America...love southern Indiana. Thanks for watching. Vevay had some serious magic. Madison is off the charts. Thanks for watching...HMM

[@patriciaberry4630]

Brian, I had a daughter born there in 1974. Small world.

[@Rastonification]

I watched your Seymour video and happen to see this one. I was born in Madison in 1952 and raised in Seymour where I still live. My grandparents owned the Pine Lodge Motel in Madison and we would come to visit once or twice a month. I have many good memories of those times.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

What an interesting mix to be born and raised in...Madison and Seymour. What great memories you must have from those days. Thanks for taking the time to watch Wayne...much appreciated.

[@wayneengle4473]

Wayne, my parents built the Englewood Tourist Court on what was then Highway 29, in 1949, and owned and operated it for 10 years. Were your grandparents named Brooks? I remember my dad mentioning a Mr. Brooks as owner of the Pine Lodge one time when I was a kid.

[@Rastonification]

@@wayneengle4473 I just found your site searching on Englewood Tourist Court and will do some reading. My mother says she can't remember who owned the Pine Lodge Motel before her dad bought it. Her maiden name was Clark.

[@wayneengle4473]

@@Rastonification The second couple that owned the Pine Lodge had the last name of Clark. Their grandson, Larry Clark, was in my class in school for a while.

[@Rastonification]

@@wayneengle4473 Larry has passed away and his brother Richard is still alive and lives in Paoli, IN. My uncle Art Clark who was a foreman at the Madison power plant until he retired passed away a few months ago.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Madison is definitely worth the trip...so much character and personality. And, historically, off the charts. One of my all-time favs for sure!

[@toddtomaszewski4626]

My hometown 😀👍😎

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

I was just in Madison for Blues, Brews, Chili and Stew...or whatever it's called. Love Madison! HMM

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Understood Jukeboxfun. Probably no different than any other small town story...you do what you have to do to survive. And thank God for tourists who see the beauty in Madison. What’s wonderful about Madison is that the city understands how important its history is...hence the well-preserved historical buildings that line the streets. The place still has so much personality and character. Thanks for your thoughts...

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Good for you Zowie...good choice!

[@JonLG490]

That town looks really cool. I have a thing for small towns with an old school feel to them. Would love to visit someday, especially during the fall season. The scenery and vibes of the town must be really nice then.

[@JonLG490]

I'm a boring person

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@I'm a cat Being bored anywhere is an insult to yourself...

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for checking it out JV...much appreciated. Any suggestions for any other small towns to discover?

[@Johnny53kgb-nsa]

Madison is a hidden gemstone. You have to visit the 50'th CHAUTAUQUA festival on September 25 and 26, 2021. Over 22 food booths, 250 exhibitors from across the country, 6 stages with music, beer, wine, kids area. One area is for high end exhibits. People from across the country come, some to show and sell, many others to buy or just look around. Madison also has the Madison Regatta every year on July 1'st. - 4'th.which includes speed boat racing on the river, and lot's of beer. This is a party atmosphere, some say too much, it's been going for year's and draws huge crowd's. You also have to pay admission. There are numerous event's held thru out the year. You can look up the city website to find out more. Madison Indiana is the most beautiful town in Southern Indiana, hands down. The architecture is just beautiful, the town has so much character. Plenty of good places to eat. A good lunch spot for an old time hamburger is Hinkle's. Enjoy the memories.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Madison is not only one of the nicest small towns in Indiana, but one of the nicest in all of America...just so much personality, character and charm. The historical, well-maintained buildings are off-the-charts amazing. I did get to the Soup Stew and Brew bash last year; that was a lot of fun. Thanks for watching John...

[@supercatforever]

Am here now working at meese doing leak repair.

[@SidLaw500]

Thanks for this convincing post! I'm planning a trip across the country looking for interesting smaller towns to vibe with...

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Madison is spectacular! Must-see! Thanks for watching...HMM

[@frankdabney8782]

I enjoyed your video so much, Watched it several times! Let the town hall know you're coming to do another video of Madison. May open a few opportunities to film.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Frank. Maybe even get paid...that'd be a dream come true. I'll be back!

[@patriciaberry4630]

I lived in Madison. Also went to Madison Consolidated High School. 1969.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Madison is one of my favorite small towns in America...so much character, personality and charm...and it's got the Ohio River running through it...so cool! Thanks for watching...HMM

[@patriciaberry4630]

@@HistoryMysteryMan I remember the boat races. I think they called them Regata? 🤔

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@@patriciaberry4630 That sounds right. I've never seen the boat races in Madison, but I've heard a lot about them. Thanks!

[@aprilhiggins433]

First hotel I ever stayed at ( just little kid) was hillside Watch the Regatta on Ohio river

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Awesome; thanks for watching April. I really appreciate your support...

[@MegaAugieDoggie]

Was the capitol of IN at one time. Been there twice

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Mr. Augie Such a beautiful town...

[@DanDeeg78]

Sorry but just wanted to correct this - at one time, it was considered for the Capitol of Indiana but never actually was. My best to you and yours.

[@MegaAugieDoggie]

@@DanDeeg78 thanks for the correction. we want to keep the webernet as accurate as possible

[@mikefox1212]

a video about madison without mentioning a boat.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Ha! Never realized that. Thanks Mike...HMM