LANIER MANSION STATE HISTORIC SITE
MADISON, IN
Lanier Mansion State Historic Site is a historic landmark located in Madison, Indiana. It is a beautiful Greek Revival-style mansion that was built in 1844-1846 by James F. Doughty, a local contractor, for the wealthy financier James Franklin Doughty Lanier. The mansion is a three-story structure that features an imposing portico with four massive columns and a grand entrance hall with a beautiful spiral staircase.
The Lanier Mansion has been beautifully restored and is now a museum that showcases the life and times of the Lanier family and the rich history of Madison. The museum's exhibits include original furniture, artwork, and artifacts that belonged to the Lanier family. Visitors can also take guided tours of the mansion and learn about the history of the building and the people who lived there.
The Lanier Mansion State Historic Site is located on the banks of the Ohio River and offers breathtaking views of the river and the surrounding landscape. The site also features beautiful gardens and a carriage house that has been converted into a gift shop. The mansion is open to the public year-round, and admission fees are reasonable.
Overall, the Lanier Mansion State Historic Site is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in history, architecture, or simply looking for a beautiful and peaceful place to spend an afternoon.
LANIER MANSION STATE HISTORIC SITE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in MADISON IN. US MID #8401800076
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).
Contact LANIER MANSION STATE HISTORIC SITE
- telephone: 8122653526
- website: www.in.gov/ism/StateHistoricSites/LanierMansion/index.aspx
LANIER MANSION STATE HISTORIC SITE
601 W. FIRST ST.
MADISON
IN
47250
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LANIER MANSION STATE HISTORIC SITE Information
MID # | 8401800076 |
Name | LANIER MANSION STATE HISTORIC SITE |
Alternate Name | LANIER MANSION STATE HISTORIC SITE |
Classification | Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest |
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) | |
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) | |
INCOME | 0 |
REVENUE | 0 |
LAT/LONG | 38.735423, -85.386946 |
CODES | FIPS State Code: 18 FIPS County Code: 077 US Census Tract: 966600 US Census Block: 2019 |