Madison is located along The Ohio River Scenic Byway in southern Indiana, between Louisville, KY and Cincinnati, OH. Of course, we think that this is the prettiest part of the Byway. A trip along the Byway is your gateway to adventure. Discover antique shops, artist studios, and farm markets. Paddle a canoe, explore a cave, … more
The Indiana Wine Trail celebrates 9th annual “Souper Saturday”
February 23rd, 11am-5pm, The Indiana Wine Trail will provide a refuge to the late winter weather for its’ patrons with “Souper Saturday!” A chance to escape the usual cold, wet weather, Ertel Cellars Winery and Restaurant, Holtkamp Winery, Lanthier Winery, Madison Vineyards Estate Winery, The Ridge Winery, Stream Cliff Farm Winery and The Thomas Family … more
I Love Being a Tourist in My Own Hometown.
It was a lovely, clear Saturday morning when my husband and I took the Madison’s Treasures architectural walking tour offered once a month by Historic Madison Inc. If you’ve ever wanted to know the difference between Federal, Greek Revival and Italianate homes or between Doric and Corinthian columns, this is the tour for you. The … more
Spring into the Valley
Spring temperatures are finally returning, just in time for the 9th annual Indiana Wine Trail “Spring into the Valley”, April 21st & 22nd! The Trail partners, Ertel Cellars Winery and Restaurant, Lanthier Winery, Madison Vineyards Estate Winery, The Ridge Winery, Stream Cliff Farm Winery, The Thomas Family Winery , and Holtkamp Winery welcome guests, experienced … more
Warm up with the Indiana Wine Trail on SOUPer Saturday
The Indiana Wine Trail warms up hearts and tummies with its’ third annual “Souper Saturday” on February 23rd. To help you escape the usual cold, wet weather, Ertel Cellars Winery and Restaurant, Lanthier Winery, Madison Vineyards Estate Winery, The Ridge Winery, Stream Cliff Farm Winery and The Thomas Family Winery will offer samples of fine … more
Christmas Bird Count
Would you like to step away from the hectic pace that often accompanies this time of year? Did you know that there is 50,000 acres of wildlife habitat only 5 miles north of Madison? That wildlife habitat is a perfect place to find a little peace and serenity, even if it is only for a … more
Indiana Wine Trail Fall Haul
The Indiana Wine Trail is bustling as grapes, fruit, and visitors all converge in beautiful Southeastern Indiana. Each of the Indiana Wine Trail partners- Ertel Cellars Winery and Restaurant, Lanthier Winery, Madison Vineyards Estate Winery,The Ridge Winery, Stream Cliff Farm Winery and The Thomas Family Winery look forward to wel- coming everyone this Fall season! … more
A Lovely Autumn Walk
This is a great time of year for a hike. Madison has lots of challenging hiking trails, but if you’re looking for an easy walk that allows you to admire the fall foliage, consider Johnson Lake Park on Cragmont Street. Johnson Lake is a 13-acre park maintained by the city of Madison. The small fishing … more
A Hike up the Cat Steps
Last Wednesday, my 4-year-old daughter and I hiked up the “Cat Steps” to the state hospital. If you’re not familiar, the Cat Steps are a series of old concrete staircases connected by trails that lead from the railroad incline to the State Hospital. It’s a nice hike, very secluded feeling. We saw five deer during … more
