History of Madison, Maine, USA

1839 - Madison
Madison, Maine
Somerset county. This township lies on the E. side of Kennebec river, 34 miles N. from Augusta, and bounded S. by Norridgewock. It was incorporated in 1804. Population, 1830, 1,272; 1837, 1,608. It is watered by a beautiful pond, the outlet of which is at Skowhegan. There are three pleasant villages in the town:—the people are generally husbandmen. The best compliment that can be paid to the soil is that it produced, without any extraordinary effort, 10,188 bushels of wheat, in 1837.
The New England Gazetteer containing descriptions of all the states, counties and towns in New England: also descriptions of the principal mountains, rivers lakes, capes, bays, harbors, islands and fashionable resorts within that territory. By John Hayward, author of the Columbian Traveller, Religious Creeds, &c. &c. Boston: John Hayward. Boyd & White, Concord, N.H. 1839

1854 - Madison
Madison, a post-township of Somerset co., Maine, on the E. side of Kennebec river, about 35 miles N. of Augusta. Population, 1769.
A New and Complete Gazetteer of the United States: Giving a Full and Comprehensive Review of the Present Condition, Industry, and Resources of the American Confederacy ... Thomas Baldwin (of Philadelphia.) Joseph Thomas January 1, 1854 Philadelphia : Lippincott, Grambo & Company 1854.

1886 - Madison
Madison is a pleasant farming and manufacturing town on the eastern bank of the Kennebec, in the southern part of Somerset County. It is bounded by Solon on the north, Cornville on the east, Norridgewock on the south, and Anson on the west. It is separated from the last by the Kennebec River. The area of the town is 30,000 acres. There are no high hills, but some considerable gorges. The principal sheet of water is Madison Pond, or Hayden Lake, in the eastern part of the town. It is 3 miles long and 1 bread. Nor-ridgewock Falls, so called, furnish attractive and pleasing views. The Kennebec here descends 90 feet in a horizontal distance of 1 mile.

The underlying rock in this town is chiefly slate. The soil is a variety of loam, and quite fertile. Hay and cattle are the principal products. The forests abound in hemlock, cedar, maple, beech, birch and oak. The villages and mills are on the Kennebec at Madison Bridge and East Madison, on the outlet of Madison Pond. There are four... Read MORE...

1895 - Madison
Madison, a post-village of Somerset co., Me., in Madison township (which is bounded on the W. by the Kennebec River), and on the Somerset Railroad, 8 miles N.W. of Norridgewock. It has manufactures of lumber, starch, sash, and blinds. Pop. of township, 1401
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

1906
Madison, a banking post-village of Somerset co., Me., in Madison township (town), on the Kennebec River and on the Somerset R., 8 miles NW. of Norridgewock. It has manufactures of lumber, woollens, paper, paper-pulp, sash, blinds, etc. Pop. in 1900, 1850; of the town, 2764.
Lippincott's New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns ... in Every Portion of the Globe Publisher J.B. Lippincott Company, 1906

Here's a list of some of the best places to visit and activities to enjoy in Madison, Maine:
Lake Wesserunsett: This beautiful lake is a centerpiece of Madison, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and swimming during the summer months. There's a public boat launch, making it easy to enjoy some time on the water. The lake is also surrounded by lovely walking trails and picnic areas.

Madison Paper Trail: Explore the Madison Paper Trail, a historical walking tour that takes you through the town's rich papermaking history. You'll see remnants of old mills and learn about the town's industrial heritage.

Museums and Historical Sites: Madison Historical Society and Madison's Old Point Avenue Historic District are worth a visit if you're interested in the town's history. The society often hosts exhibits and events that shed light on Madison's past.

Whitewater Rafting: If you're an adventure enthusiast, you'll want to take a short drive to the Kennebec River for some thrilling whitewater rafting experiences. There are several outfitters in the area that offer guided... Read MORE...