Madison in May
Tour of Homes and Gardens
This annual self-guided walking tour will feature a selection of Madison’s treasured historic homes.
The Madison-Morgan Cultural Center is excited to once again celebrate the vibrant season of spring in grand style with our 2026 Madison in May Tour of Homes and Gardens. The self-guided tour will feature a selection of Madison’s treasured historic and traditional homes. Experience the living history of our town while strolling through the city’s architecturally significant homes as they come into full bloom!
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Boxwood, 1850
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The Magnolia House, 1839
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Bell-Anderson Cottage, 1892
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The Echo House, 1919
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Peter-Walton House, 1883
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Billups-Tuell-Kreikemeier, 1853
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Rabbits' Run, 2016
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The Fairplay School, 1898
Tour Map
Tour Hours & Information
The Madison in May Tour of Homes & Gardens is on May 15 & 16, 2026. The Tour Hours are from 10 AM to 4 PM. Please note that this is a self-guided walking tour that you may complete at your leisure; please make sure to plan accordingly based on your needs. Remember to wear comfortable shoes and plan clothing based on weather forecasts. There is no starting or stopping point, you may begin the tour at any home. There are plenty of public restrooms and delicious options for lunch which are also marked on the Tour Map.
Early bird ticket price: $35 through May 9th
Tickets purchased after May 9th : $50
Group discount available for 15+ people
*Ticket includes admission for both days.
*Optional $15 raffle for the chance to win a one night stay in a historic home in Madison! Offer valid for 12 months. Blackout dates apply.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Mad Hospitality, Traci Nelson with Ansley Real Estate Christie’s International, Jim Boyd Insurance
Check-In
We are going digital! There is no need for check in at the Madison Morgan Cultural Center like we’ve done in years past. Everything you need to know is right here, but please feel free to come by and tour our historical schoolhouse, use our restrooms or just say hi!
The Tour Map will be provided here on our website for you to print or save on your cell phone, but we will have extra tangible copies if you’d like to pick one up before the tour!
Parking
Ample parking is available around town, which is marked on the Tour Map. Feel free to park here at Madison Morgan Cultural Center, too, and please note that Groups traveling in a bus or large van MUST park at MMCC.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, the same line-up of houses will be featured on both Friday and Saturday’s tour.
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The Day Tour will be on both Friday, May 15th, and Saturday, May 16th from 10 AM - 4 PM. Ticket incudes admission for both days.
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The majority of the homes on this year’s Spring Tour of Homes & Gardens are within walking distance from the Cultural Center.
Please refer to your tour map to see a detailed outline of the parking available during the Tour of Homes. Please park in designated areas - avoid blocking driveway, intersections, and narrow streets.
We ask that if you are capable of walking, please do so and allow those with mobility issues to have access to parking.
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Parking for the Spring Tour of Homes & Gardens will be available at the Madison-Morgan Cultural Center, as well as at many other parking locations designated on the tour map.
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Restrooms are available at the Madison-Morgan Cultural Center (Tour HQ), The Convention Visitor Bureau and also at Town Park. You will not be able to use the restrooms inside the homes on the tour.
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The Madison in May Tour of Homes & Gardens is a rain or shine event. In the event of rain, please plan to bring an umbrella and to dress accordingly.
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The MMCC does not coordinate lunch reservations for the Spring Tour of Homes. We recommend that if you and your group plan to eat at any of the establishments in Downtown Madison to make a reservation ahead of time.
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The MMCC does not offer refunds but we thank you for your donation.
Friday, May 15, and Saturday, May 16, 2026
10:00am - 4:00pm
Tour Headquarters
Madison-Morgan Cultural Center
434 South Main Street
Madison, GA, 30650
Pricing Information
Early bird ticket price: $35 through May 9th
Tickets purchased after May 9: $50
Group discount available for 15+ people
Thank you to our sponsors!
Thank you to our sponsors!
