The Rise and Fall of River and Rail Transportation in Madison, Indiana.
From early riverboats to Indiana’s first railroad, Madison was uniquely caught up in the age of steam. She rode the waves and rails of prosperity that steam had brought, then experienced loss at steam’s demise. Join us for the amazing story of Madison in the age of steam.
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This project is made possible through a Library Services and Technology Act grant funded through
the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services
and administered by the Indiana State Library.