Looking at these recent photos taken in Madison, one might get the impression that the town is shabby and rundown. I have chosen to photograph these old buildings because they interest me, but they do not fairly represent the town of Madison, which is a lovely small town.
Madison is the county seat of Madison County and has a beautiful brick Federal style courthouse dating from 1830 as well as several other well preserved late 18th and 19th century buildings. Like most small towns, the commercial core of Madison is almost gone, but the small town flavor and charm have not been lost.
Madison is named for the Madison family who had extensive landholdings in what is now Madison County. James Madison is descended from this family and he became the 4th President of the United States, holding the office from 1809 to 1817. He retired to the family estate at nearby Montpelier.
The 18th Annual "Taste of the Mountains" street festival will be held in the town of Madison on Saturday, September 4th.
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