About the Scott County Visitors Commission

Scott County offers our visitors the experience of unique and historical places among communities of welcoming and friendly people. Our commission identifies the artifacts and activities that authentically represent the stories and people of our past and present.

Stay Here... Go There

Scott County offers vacationers and travelers the convenience and enjoyment of our “Stay Here…Go There” options. This includes easy access from the I-65 corridor and access to a variety of area festivals, big regional events, and cool destinations all within a short drive of Scottsburg and Austin, Indiana. 

A Legacy of Agriculture

Scott County has deep roots in agricultural production that will appeal to visitors interested in farming, raising livestock, nutritional food production and other agriculture related practices.

Scenic Landscapes and Beautiful Country Roads

We also provide visitors the opportunity to enjoy a relaxing and picturesque drive through the beautiful winding country roads of Scott County. A drive may include historic churches, barn quilts and significant historical markers highlighting the counties humble beginnings.

Experience the Great Outdoors

The Scott County Visitors Commission promotes the variety of outdoor adventure opportunities in addition to the natural beauty of Scott County. Outdoor recreation that can be enjoyed by the entire family in Scott County include camping, hiking trails, canoeing and kayaking. Lovers of the avian world will find viewing the variety of migrating birds in the river bottoms a unique experience.

Make plans to Visit Scott County

The Scott County Tourism Commission is authentic in sharing and attracting visitors to our county. We provide a true representation and reflection of the local lifestyles, customs and culture of our community. If you have questions or would like to request more information please use the button below to submit a request.

Our Executive Director

Mike Chesser

Board of Directors 

Don Cooper - Board President - Retired
Joe Gibson - Board Treasurer - Local Scott County Historian
Jill Baker - Board Secretary - Mayor’s Assistant City of Scottsburg
Jessica Collier - IHG Brand Regional Manager - Tamek Group LLC
Russ Comer - VP & Business Banker - WesBanco Bank, Scottsburg
David Wells - Retired
Jim Jonas - Goat Milk Stuff

Office Address

Scott County Indiana Visitors Commission
90 N Main Street 
Scottsburg, Indiana

Phone

812-752-9211

Email

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Office Hours

Monday - Friday 8:30 - 4:30pm

Scott County Visitors Commission Funding

The majority of Indiana's convention and visitor's bureaus are organized under what is known as the Indiana Uniform Innkeepers Tax, or Indiana Code 6-9-18. The innkeepers tax language also discussed details on the application of a chapter Indiana Code 6-9-29. Initial legislation was introduced in 1982, with subsequent revisions. The code allows any local entity to adopt IC 6-9-18 and a lodging tax of up to 5 percent, with the tax being used for local tourism development and promotions. Some counties have a higher percent and they are either under their own legislation or have sought special dispensation from the Indiana General Assembly.

Authorized by a County Council, the Uniform Innkeepers Tax code establishes a local tourism authority appointed by various entities within the county to oversee its usage. These tourism commissions are sworn representatives of the community and must act in good faith to use these appropriations as stipulated in the tax code.