What to do and see in Madison, Indiana (IN): The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day

Fountain Alley BodyCare (formerly All Good Things, same people same products, same award winning store) handcrafts over 45 all natural essential oils soaps and other bodycare products. We've been in business since 2004 with our physical store since 2009, winning Indiana's Main Street Business of the Year in 2011. A family run small business, we only use the purist ingredients to make our vegan and/beegan products.

Mad Paddle is an Adult-Focused microbrewery and artisan distillery, family-friendly for families with age 13 children and above, and pet-friendly. We offer exceptional food and top-notch musical entertainment. Mad Paddle’s primary target guests are: 1) Adults who enjoy craft beer, spirits, and music 2) Families with children age 13 and above Microbreweries and Distilleries are not designed with young children in mind. As a business that is focused on craft alcoholic beverages and located in a 9,000 square foot historic building with multiple rooms and floors, we can present an unsafe environment for young children. We love dogs and require dog owners to make sure that their puppy does not become the center of attention!

Tour this sprawling home on the Ohio River, the site of a heroic story that's still impacting Indiana today, and one of the finest examples of Greek Revival architecture in the Midwest. This location is part of the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites, a statewide museum system with 12 locations.

Lanthier Winery is one of several popular state attractions in Madison Indiana. Known for its European "feel", Lanthier is scenic Madison's oldest winery and a favorite tourist destination. Lanthier is home to a unique combination of multiple attractions including the Loft Art Gallery and the areas most popular public garden which visitors find in bloom more than 3 seasons every year with abundant fragrant blossoms similar to Europe's old French Country Gardens. Of course guests to Lanthier Winery's tasting room also enjoy free samples of award winning, handcrafted wines, a relaxed atmosphere with friendly staff and exciting events throughout the year. Enjoy a great grape getaway to Madison Indiana home to Lanthier Winery....where a far away feeling is close enough to taste.

The Art On Main Gallery is operated by artist-members of Madison Art Club, one of the oldest continuously operating art clubs in Indiana. Original paintings, drawings, sculpture, pottery, textiles, jewelry, wearable art and photography by over 50 regional artists and craftspeople. The artwork is renewed quarterly and there are frequent special themed exhibits. Located in historic district.

The History Center is the home of the Jefferson County Historical Society in Madison, Indiana. The campus includes the main building with museum, gift shop and research library; the 1895 original train station; and the renovated caboose. In 2017 the admission to the museum, train station and caboose is free. The facility has a wealth of local, historical information with interesting displays. Volunteer staff are available on Tuesdays and Thursdays and the second Saturday morning of each month for assistance with genealogical or other types of research.

The Madison Railroad Station museum is part of the History Center Campus which includes a local history museum and a restored caboose. The station museum is in the renovated station that was erected on the site in 1895. Much original equipment is still in the museum along with numerous interpretive displays that provide a very good feel for the construction of the railroad itself as well as how it interacted with the city.

Located just two blocks from the Ohio River in a rehabilitated 1850's stable and carriage house, visitors and friends alike gather at The Thomas Family Winery for relaxation and refreshment. Proud of our hand-crafted, traditional wines, ciders and hearth-baked breads made on-site, we also serve small plate snacks in our cheerful pub-style tasting room, outdoor gardens and patio.