Madison is located in Madison County, MS. Originally known for farming, Madison real estate has become a fine example of the best that southern hospitality can bring you. Its small-town atmosphere is close to the big city amenities of nearby
Jackson. Madison also offers an international doorway to business, recreational and educational experiences through its sister city relationship with Solleftea, Sweden.
Madison has grown from its humble beginnings into a flourishing city, with a pride in its community that is all that its founding fathers hoped for. Though its roots were in farming, Madison's growth over the years has not dampened the home-town spirit where neighbors know and care for one another.
~ Madison History
Named for President James Madison, Madison real estate came into existence thanks to the bustling railroad industry before the Civil War. Illinois Central Railroad built its Madison depot in 1856 on what would become the future Madison city.
The railroad spurred the growth of its businesses long after the Civil War was over. While the Madison Land Company was headquartered in Chicago, it encouraged people to come to the south on its rail line so they could grow as the country did. Their interest in developing the area around Madison prompted the city to become incorporated as a village.
~ Madison Education
The
Madison County School District oversees public education for students attending Madison schools. There are three elementary schools, one middle school, one high school and the Rosa Scott School for 9th graders occupying Madison real estate. As an alternative to public education, there are two wonderful private schools available to Madison residents: St Joseph Catholic School and Madison-Ridgeland Academy.
~Fun Activities in Madison
Golf enthusiasts will enjoy
Madison Golf Courses. There are several nice courses around Madison with one surrounding the newest large subdivision,
Reunion. It is the
Reunion & Golf and Country Club. It is a private full service club with golf, tennis, swimming and club facilities. Another lovely course is the
Annandale Golf and Country Club and it is the home of the only PGA Golf tourament in the State of Mississippi, the
Viking Classic, which is held each year in October. The
Whisper Lake Golf Club is an established course, along with the Annandale Golf and Country Club, that surrounds Annandale Subdivision. The
Caroline Golf Course is a course that is now under new ownership and the owner is in the process of getting the course ready for Fall play. The course surrounds
Lake Caroline S/D and the subdivision is also complete with a large lake for fishing, boating, skiing and a clubhouse/pool that the s/d owners enjoy for swimming.
The
Ross Barnett Reservoir is located along the Pearl River. Along with the water activities you can enjoy, like boating, water skiing, jet skiing, and swimming. There are campgrounds and parks open to public use year round.
The Madison Square Center for the Arts and Madison County Cultural Center provide art education as well as a place to enjoy the ballet and other performing arts.