Also known as Owens Cemetery; this cemetery is quite isolated and sits high on a hillside in Scott County, Indiana. The following accounts have been reported by local residents and amateur paranormal investigators. Before you continue, it is important to note, the Scott County Visitors Commission does not endorse nor support trespassing to visit this…
DetailsIf you live in Indiana or plan on traveling to Indiana be aware that all drivers will be banned from using handheld cellphones on Indiana roads starting in July 1, 2020. This legislation signed by Governor Eric Holcomb makes Indiana the 22nd state to prohibit drivers from holding or using a handheld mobile device while…
Details200 Years to Celebrate! The Scott County Visitors Commission (SCVC) has a limited number of commemorative Scott County Bicentennial t-shirts for sale online at www.greatscottindiana.com. T-shirts range from a variety of youth sizes for $12; Adult $14 and larger adult sizes 2XL and 3XL for just $15. There are a limited number of quantities and…
DetailsSaskatohawan’s Cave An old Indian named Saskatohawan, deceased for many years, told of a cave near Lexington, Indiana that contained enough gold to “buy the State of Indiana.” As far as what can be recalled this is what Saskatohawan said, in his own words. Note, some changes were made for clarification. “I am an Indian…
DetailsI bet you didn’t know that Scott County, has one of the largest collections of Historical Markers in the state of Indiana. It is important to continue to preserve Indiana and Scott County’s history and as we continue to celebrate this year and Scott County’s Bicentennial. The markers are a great snapshot of the past;…
DetailsThe coronavirus has crippled numerous economies here and around the world. It has disrupted life and businesses in ways that were simply unimaginable just months ago. I know we are all tired of hearing it but… it is our reality; the world will never be the same as it was a few short months ago.…
DetailsWelcome to the Scott County Visitors Commission’s new blog. The task for our commission and for the purpose of our new blog is to engage and share activities which stimulates interest and help motivate visitors to Scott County for day trips and long-weekend. Additionally, we hope to find unique ways to involve business travelers to…
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