The old children's nursery is on the top floor of Heritage Hall. It was typical for all the children to share a single bedroom. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff
Heritage Hall of Madison was built in 1811, two years after the city was founded. The Morgan County Historical Society was donated the site in 1977, after the passing of its previous owner. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff
A portrait of Heritage Hall’s last resident, Susan Reid Walton Manley, sits in the house’s parlor. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff
The initials of former resident, Elizabeth Jones Reed are on one of the windows of Heritage Hall. During The 1800s, women often used their diamond engagement rings to carve their initials into windows of their homes as a symbol of their wealth and commitment. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff
Heritage Hall, one of Madison’s oldest preserved historic houses, also serves as headquarters for the Morgan County Historical Society. It has also become a popular tourist attraction, particularly during the Christmas season, with its candlelight tours.
Built-in 1811, just two years after Madison was officially founded, the former private home was eventually inhabited by three of the city’s wealth…
