Switzerland County Courthouse: Vevay, Indiana
A visit to the Switzerland County Courthouse in Vevay, Indiana is a fantastic peek into the past!
Would you believe the courtroom contains the original furnishings? Amazing, right?
Switzerland County Courthouse in Vevay, Indiana
Built in 1864 in Classic Revival Style, this is a neat building! Classic Revival Style…well, think geometric form, and tall, tall eye-catching columns!
The Switzerland County Courthouse certainly has them. The square building and large windows are really set off with the graceful pillars.
The roof? Well, that’s just as attractive. There’s a dome complete with clock faces on each side up there! It is simply beautiful.
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Switzerland County Courthouse: Vevay, Indiana212 West Main Street Vevay, IN 47043 Map It!
(812) 427-3175
There’s also a feature that lies just outside the Switzerland County Courthouse that may elicit a chuckle or two.
For you see, dear reader, there’s not only a courthouse on the property but also a six sided privy!
In other words, there is an outhouse capable of seating six people on the courthouse property. I guess it was such a popular place they needed plenty of room! There are separate doors.
But don’t worry–inside you will discover all the modern conveniences! Keep strolling around the carefully landscaped grounds and you’ll notice a nice gazebo, loads of very big trees, and a cannon!
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Switzerland County Courthouse: Vevay, Indiana
History doesn’t need to be boring. In fact, you could say it is usually rather interesting! All of this PLUS this Switzerland County building was a stop on the Underground Railroad. You’ll find a plaque on the building that mentions this deed.
The Switzerland County Courthouse in Vevay, Indiana is a beautiful building. Stop by and appreciate the graceful form that has lasted 150 years!
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Switzerland County Courthouse
212 West Main Street
Vevay, Indiana 47043
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