I have been slowly visiting all the courthouses in Indiana and found most of the architecture dating back over 100 years. Clark County Courthouse is an exception. This 1970's Courthouse is classic Mid-Century Modern building designed by Indianapolis-based architects Wright, Porteous and Lowe. Wright, Porteous and Lowe designed many notable structures including the City-County building and Children's Museum in Indianapolis.
Jeffersonville is the county seat for Clark County. This is the third courthouse to serve the county. Most notable, the building has beautiful arches surrounding the main structure.
My visit inside was brief as the interior architecture as not as interesting as the beautiful facade. I saw lots of run-of-the-mill offices. The deputy that I spoke with did not know of any history regarding the building and he was busy with his deputy duties.
Outside, there is a refreshingly modern Veteran's Memorial. Friendly protesters were protesting outside the building. This is a fully working Courthouse.
We found free street parking near the building. The building is worth a drive-by if you like modern architecture (which I do). read more