Bring the family to Madison for an easy getaway! Got a budding architect or history professor? Bring the kids & spend the day exploring Madison. During March, there are a variety of activities especially for kids. There will be a Civil War Walkingl Tour, Behind the Scenes Tour at Lanier Mansion, Make & Take Crafts, … more
Jumping for Joy at Kangaroos
It’s four days after Christmas, and I’m here at Kangaroos Family Fun Center with my 6-year old daughter. Today is the fourth day our family has taken advantage of their holiday schedule of being open 11 am to 9 pm during Christmas break. We will also be attending a birthday party here this week, making … more
Education and Fun at History Camp
I have been taking my 6-year-old daughter to History Camp this week, and she loves it. We are fortunate enough to live in town that is rich with examples of natural history and human history. Our unique situation on the river allows us to view the fossil rich limestone beds of the river and well-preserved … more
Any Spring Break Left?
For many kids, spring break has been shortened because of the really, really hard winter this year. But some of you still have some time to gather together the family and finally get out of the house! If that’s you, plan a trip to Madison and take advantage of our Spring Break Staycation offerings. On … more
Not Your Everyday Santa
Enjoy old-fashioned Christmas fun for children and their families at The Spirit of Christmas Past on Saturday, Dec. 14 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the historic Lanier Mansion State Historic Site and Lanier-Madison Visitors Center, located on the north bank of the Ohio River. “This year’s program is extra special,” explained Site Manager Gerry … more
Music Fills the Air in August
Music will fill the air in Madison this August beginning with Music in the Park on August 9th featuring Slick River Rockets. With their fun and energetic take on what they call “rockabilly”, their Elvisesque swing sound will get you up on your feet. Be sure to bring a lawn chair and have a fun … more
School’s Out, What’s there to do?
Sound familiar? There are couple of opportunities in June for you to keep the kids amused for a couple of days. The first is the Jefferson County Historical Society Summer Camp for Kids, June 17-21. There are 2 sessions, 9-11am or 12:30-2:30pm. Each day will have a theme involving crafts, books, food, games, and music. … more
Lanier Civil War Days
Experience the life and culture of Civil War-era Madison, Ind., during Lanier Civil War Days on June 15 and 16 at Lanier Mansion State Historic Site from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Watch re-enactors recreate Civil War battles, visit with Abraham Lincoln and Robert E. Lee, listen to period music; see Victorian-era artisans demonstrate their … more
Storytime on Main Street
Sometimes a nice bookstore corner on a winter morning is just the ticket. That opportunity exists for even the very young. Once a month at Village Lights Bookstore, it’s “Fourth Monday Kids’ Storytime.” Local writer and mom Jill Kelly-Koren reads to the children at 11 am on the last Monday of every month. This week … more
Cultural Opportunity for Kids
A few short years ago I had the pleasure of devoting a small amount of time to on a unique and fascinating project. Hundreds of dolls and artifacts from around the world waited for me to tag and identify them for their grand purpose of educating children and the community. The dolls were part of … more
