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Madison Chamber of Commerce MEMBERSHIP SERVICES |
 MADISON'S MAIN ATTRACTIONS |
Rosie
Vassallo, Director Madison Chamber of Commerce (601) 856-7060 1-800-824-2833 Fax: (601) 856-4852 |
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This growing Mississippi town attracts its big-city neighbors with fun shops and casual dining. |
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Madison’s Main Attractions |
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It’s almost to the point where you could call Madison north Jackson. The building boom that engulfed Ridgeland has echoed into numerous housing developments in this small town 10 miles north of the Mississippi capital. But instead of repetitive chain stores taking over, this community features a handful of boutiques, galleries, and restaurants that are drawing a lot of attention—and visitors—up I-55. Here’s a quick guide to Madison’s most popular must-stops. Dock 7 Imports: From 1-inch deep to 4-feet high, hundreds of decorative clay pots stand outside this stylish store, along with iron tables and racks from Mexico. Owner Debbie Greene travels around the globe to put together a collection of imports that complement her own designs as well as Mississippi and Tennessee products, hand made mahogany pieces, and sculptural art for the garden. 111 Depot Drive, (601) 898-4343. |
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| Madison Gallery: Whether
you’re on the hunt for Mississippi artists’ works or antiques, this
elegant gallery features pieces priced from a few hundred to a few
thousand dollars. Look for colorful works by acrylic artist Opal Smith and
originals and prints by Walter Anderson. Antiques include silver goblets,
wooden figurines from the Orient, vases, and sculpture. 100 Depot
Drive, (601) 898-3676.
Vasilios: Four years ago Vasilios and Anastasia Nikolis moved their Greek restaurant from Ridgeland to Madison. They prepare fresh entrées such as the wonderful broiled blackfish ($12.95) and make delicious desserts by hand. You’ll crave the almond cookies and baklava for weeks. 828 U.S. 51, (601) 853-0028.
Stacy Kunstel |
The Inside Story: If you can’t find it here, you don’t need it.
Spread over two floors in a small, Victorian house, this accessory and
gift emporium carries everything from purses, necklaces, and shoes to
Christmas ornaments, ceramic monkeys, candles, and decorative pillows.
Plan on browsing at least an hour. 2081 Main Street, (601) 856-3229.
Pickenpaugh Pottery: One of the oldest businesses in Madison, Robert Pickenpaugh’s studio has featured Mississippi mud pottery for 26 years. His showroom and workshop fill a pre-Civil War church where he teaches classes and sells his hand-crafted bowls, platters, and sculptural art. 102 Herron at Main Street, (601) 856-4985. Other shops: Hungry for more? Located in front of Dock 7 Imports, The Strawberry Café is a great pasta-and-sandwich lunch spot. Complete your visit to this thriving town with a stop at the Madison Antiques Market, where you’ll find gorgeous antique chests, vanities, and beds. It is located on Post Oak Road just off Main Street. |
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