Trains of Main tourism plan launches in May

Everett Cox, a local artist who specializes in bronze sculptures, made the bronze trains for the Trains on Main campaign. CONTRIBUTED

MADISON – Starting in May, the “Trains on Main” scavenger hunt will pull into Madison Station historical district to deliver fun for tourists and residents alike.

Trains on Main has involved collaboration between Madison Chamber of Commerce, City of Madison and Huntsville-Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau. The hunt is a light-hearted, educational way for individuals to learn more about downtown Madison’s history.

Event organizers have permanently placed bronze trains in various locations along the streets and in the businesses in downtown Madison. Madison Chamber of Commerce and Madison City Hall have clue cards for anyone to pick up.

Clues on the card will guide each individual in their search or hunt for the trains. Chaired by Charles Nola, members of Madison Station Historical Preservation Society have defined the clues.

At the end of the scavenger hunt, individuals will bring their clue card and findings back to Madison Chamber of Commerce’s office to claim their prize. The chamber’s address is 130 Park Square Lane inside Hogan Family YMCA.

The Trains on Main campaign was modeled after the “Lucky Duck” program in Huntsville.

Sherry Brukner, who handles events and marketing projects with Madison Chamber of Commerce, has worked with community organization to launch Trains on Main. Other chamber staff members are sales manager Lisa Jackson and accounts manager Pamela Sparks

In February, Madison City Council allocated $15,000 for the “Trains on Main” project to Madison Chamber of Commerce. The one-time payment will offset setup charges and molds for the trains.

Everett Cox, a local artist who specializes in bronze sculptures, made the bronze trains.