Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites

Hip, hip, hooray for Lanier Day! Join us in celebrating Lanier Mansion and the history of Madison with a variety of reenactors, performances, family-friendly activities, vendors and more both inside and outside the mansion, rain or shine.

• Hear the sounds of history echo through the Ohio River valley made by Civil War reenactors on the south lawn, featuring members of the 11^th Indiana Volunteers and Regimental Embalming Surgeon Capt. Craig Malone.
• Enjoy the music of violinist and fiddler Emily Ann Thompson and the Rob Houze Trio Jazz band as they stroll around the picturesque grounds.
• Browse vendor booths offering unique and handmade items.
• Take part in children’s activities on the north lawn and grab a seat for a magic show and Punch and Judy puppet show in the visitor’s center.
• Meet Madison’s well-known teller of tales Bob Hartsaw as he shares stories from bygone days. Also meet reenactor Sue Livers who will introduce families to Patsy Ann Harris, wife of minister and Underground Railroad conductor Chapman Harris, and share stories of life around the Civil War era.
• Explore inside the Greek Revival mansion that was completed in 1844 and learn about the Lanier family, including patriarch James F. D. Lanier and his connection to the war.

Price: Free