The county form of government dates back to England. The colonists brought the local government organization with them when they began settling in North America. Indiana has ninety-two counties and each has its own county seat and courthouse. The Guide to Indiana County Seats and Courthouses Series tells the story of Indiana's counties. This tourism and history guide covers the southeastern part of the state and includes:
Clark
Dearborn
Decatur
Franklin
Jefferson
Jennings
Ohio
Ripley
Scott
Switzerland
The included auto tour takes travelers through the pretty Indiana countryside to all ten county court houses.