LANIER MANSION

MADISON, IN

Old Sulphur-Bedford Road Bridge (Trimble County, Kentucky) Historic Sulphur-Bedford Road Bridge over the Little Kentucky River in Trimble County, Kentucky.  The two-span double-intersection Warren through truss bridge was built by the Capitol Construction Company of Columbus, Ohio in 1901.  It formerly carried KY 3175 and was abandoned in 1999 when it was bypassed by a new bridge.
Old Sulphur-Bedford Road Bridge (Trimble County, Kentucky) Credit: cmh2315fl

Lanier Mansion is a historic house museum located in Madison, Indiana. The mansion was built in 1844 and is considered one of the finest examples of Greek Revival architecture in the United States. It was the home of James F.D. Lanier, a wealthy banker and politician who played a significant role in the development of Indiana's economy during the mid-19th century.

The mansion features 13 rooms, including a grand entrance hall, a formal parlor, a dining room, and several bedrooms. It is decorated with period furnishings and artwork, and visitors can take guided tours to learn about the history of the house and its inhabitants.

In addition to the mansion itself, the surrounding grounds are also notable. The property includes a formal garden, a carriage house, and a fountain. The mansion is situated on a bluff overlooking the Ohio River, offering stunning views of the water and the surrounding countryside.

Today, the Lanier Mansion is operated by the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites and is open to the public for tours. It is a popular destination for history buffs, architecture enthusiasts, and anyone interested in experiencing the grandeur of the mid-19th century.

LANIER MANSION is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in MADISON IN. US MID #8401800075

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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LANIER MANSION
601 W 1ST ST
MADISON
IN
47250

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MID # 8401800075
Name LANIER MANSION
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
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LAT/LONG 38.735423, -85.386946
CODES FIPS State Code: 18
FIPS County Code: 077
US Census Tract: 966600
US Census Block: 2019