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 - Chris Wakeman
Board of Directors
Mike Everhart - Owner of Flipdaddy’s Restaurant - President
Joe Gibson - Local Scott County Historian - Board Treasurer
Jill Baker - Mayor’s Assistant City of Scottsburg - Board Secretary
Jill Miller - Manager of the Hampton Inn,
Brandi Ronau - Java Station and Time Zone Pizza
Marny Fern - Scottsburg/Raintree Lake KOA Holiday
Tiffany Luedeman - Eagle Stop Restaurant
Office Address
Scott County Indiana Visitors Commission
90 N Main Street
Scottsburg, Indiana
Phone
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.
