Celebrating America 250 in Historic Madison, Indiana
31st BIENNIAL GARDEN TOUR Hosted BY the DAR Madison Chapter
About YOUR 2026 GARDEN TOUR HOST: DAR
About DAR
Activities & Projects
Historic Impact
The John Paul Chapter NSDAR in Madison, Indiana, was formed in 1902 and is an active service organization dedicated to historic preservation, education, and patriotism. DAR members come from a variety of backgrounds and interests, but all share a common bond of having an ancestor who helped contribute to securing the independence of the United States of America.
Historic Impact
Activities & Projects
Historic Impact
John Paul Chapter annually presents the DAR Good Citizen award to Jefferson County high school essay scholarship winners exemplifying the qualities of dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism. They also sponsor a grade school American History Essay Contest, honor local women, past and present, with the Women in American History award, and support veteran services throughout the year.
Activities & Projects
Activities & Projects
Activities & Projects
In the early 1900s, the chapter transformed the neglected 1823 Old City Cemetery into John Paul Park (500 W. 3rd St.), named after chapter namesake, town founder, and Revolutionary War soldier, Colonel John Paul. Today the chapter conducts a volunteer park cleanup twice a year, continuing the legacy of environmental stewardship and commun
In the early 1900s, the chapter transformed the neglected 1823 Old City Cemetery into John Paul Park (500 W. 3rd St.), named after chapter namesake, town founder, and Revolutionary War soldier, Colonel John Paul. Today the chapter conducts a volunteer park cleanup twice a year, continuing the legacy of environmental stewardship and community involvement that has been at the heart of DAR’s values for over a century. They are actively planning a re-envisioning project of the park in partnership with the City of Madison.
Membership
Activities & Projects
Activities & Projects
As part of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, local chapters invite women over 18 who can prove lineal descent from a Patriot of the American Revolution to join this patriotic organization.
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About JEFFERSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
While the DAR is the host for this year's garden tour, the Jefferson County Historical Society remains the proprietor and chartering organization of the Madison in Bloom event.
About JCHS
Founded in 1850,
the Jefferson County Historical Society is recognized as the oldest local organization of its kind in the Midwest and stands as one of the oldest in Indiana. The society preserves the region's heritage through its history and art museum with static & rotating exhibits; a restored 1895 railroad station, and an authentic 1918 caboose.
JCHS Hours & Contact Info
JCHS Hours & Contact Info
- Hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs, & Fri 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (Saturdays added seasonally, Closed on Wed's)
- Location: 615 W. First Street, Madison, IN 47250
- Phone: (812) 265-2335
For the most up-to-date information on hours, special exhibits, to donate, or become a member visit: www.JCHSHC.org