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About F. C. Tucker Decatur County

- Office Information
- Decatur County and Greensburg Information
- History of the Court House Tree
- Links
- Schools
- Private Schools
- Entertainment and Recreation
- Honda Information

Office Information

Warmest welcome to Greensburg and the Decatur County area. Our staff has been putting smiles on the faces of real estate clients for many many years. Our approach has always been to meet the clients' needs with personal and professional services.

Decatur County is a growing community that offers affordable housing, a safe and secure environment, great educational opportunities, and lots of fun family activities throughout the year.

Check back soon for more information, including status updates on the new Honda plant!

Contact Information:
Phone: (812) 663-3667
Fax: (317) 421-2037

Decatur County and Greensburg Information

Centrally located on I-74 between Indianapolis and Cincinnati, Greensburg/Decatur County, Indiana offers visitors a little something for everyone.

If you are looking for something to do in Greensburg, you will not have to look too far. Historic downtown is full of many kinds of architecture, products and services. You will find unique shops, family-friendly restaurants and small town hospitality.

There is plenty to do in Greensburg if you are looking for some fun. Greensburg has a bowling alley, 3 golf courses, skydiving, a movie theater and plenty of restaurants.

At our community parks you can enjoy paddle boats, fishing, swimming, volleyball, tennis, basketball, softball, skateboarding, picnics, playgrounds and much more.

There are plenty of annual events and festivals to enjoy, car shows, garden and home tours, 4-H Fair, Fall festivals and much more.

You can take a walking tour through downtown Greensburg or maybe a tour of the Round Barns, Iron Bridges and Amish Barns. Maybe you would like to experience the Bicentennial Bicycle Trail which was established in 1976 to commemorate the county’s bicentennial. Some of the oldest homes in the county are located here!

You can always visit our shopping centers and local stores. You will find a variety of items from local antiques to super centers such as Wal-Mart.

Honda plans to build a $550 million automobile plant on a 1,700-acre tract in Decatur County, Indiana, near Greensburg, 50 miles southeast of Indianapolis. The plant will begin mass production of fuel efficient 4-cylinder vehicles in fall 2008, with an annual production capacity of 200,000 vehicles and employment of 2,000 associates. Major processes performed at the Indiana plant will include stamping, welding, painting, plastic injection molding and assembly operations. Hiring plans will be announced in the coming months.

“We believe the great state of Indiana has what we need to continue this success – an outstanding community of people, excellent transportation systems, and the necessary infrastructure to support industry. It is an ideal location in the Midwest both for our network of parts suppliers and as a central location for all of our customers across the country,” said Koichi Kondo, president of American Honda Motor Co., Inc., and chief operating officer of Honda’s North America Region operations.

History of the Court House Tree

In the early in the 1870's, citizens noticed what seemed to be a small sprig on the northwest corner of the Courthouse tower. Soon it became evident that the small sprig was growing. So too was interest in this phenomenon.

Residents regarded the growth as a rare freak of nature. That explanation was quickly refuted by the appearance of more sprouts on the tower. Finally, five were counted, making a small grove growing at an altitude 110 feet above courthouse-lawn level.

County officials became fearful the trees might cause permanent damage to the tower roof. In 1888, a steeplejack was employed to help workers ascend the building and remove some of the shrubs. Of the two remaining, one attained a height of about 15 feet with diameter of almost five inches at the base. This tree continued to weather the storms of different seasons for years.

At the same time, another tree made an appearance on the southeast corner of the tower, and in a few years grew to a considerable height. And during its maturation, another tree sprung up on the southwest corner. These two new trees endured, as did the county's legacy as the home of the Courthouse tree.

Over time, the process has been repeated, leaving a tree sitting atop the Courthouse for more than 130 straight years. The tree you see today is No. 11 in the long line of Courthouse trees.

The Smithsonian Institute of Washington, D.C. was called upon for a scientific classification. The determination: the trees were large tooth aspens. No definitive explanation has been offered as to how the seeds of the first trees found their way to their lofty position.

The first Courthouse in Decatur County was actually a home. According to the Lewis Harding's "A History of Decatur County" which was published in 1915, it was on May 14, 1822 when the first board of county commissioners met at the house of Thomas Hendricks, a double log building. The commissioner's court records show the specifications that were drawn up for a proposed courthouse. On March 7, the order was issued to receive bids for the construction on the building on the Public Square in the downtown of Greensburg.

Today, the Courthouse is the county's most recognizable building and is noteworthy for more than just the tree on its roof. It has been a popular place for political hopefuls to stump for votes. One of the most famous visits to the downtown square was made by presidential hopeful Robert Kennedy in May of 1968, just one month before his assassination.

It was on the Courthouse lawn that brave men camped out to defend their families from threats of possible attack by Morgan's Raiders.

Recreation, Historic Points of Interest, Museums, Festivals, Entertainment, Agri-Tourism and Great Lodging are just some of the reasons you should visit Greensburg and Decatur County.

Greensburg Decatur County Chamber of Commerce
Location: 115 E North Street – Greensburg, IN 47240
Phone: (812) 663-2832
Website: http://www.greensburgchamber.com

Greensburg Decatur County Visitor’s Center
Location: 232 North Franklin Street – Greensburg, IN 47240
Phone: (877) 883-5447 – Toll Free or (812) 222-8733
Website: http://www.visitgreensburg.com

Schools

Decatur County School Corporation
Website: http://www.decaturco.k12.in.us

North Decatur Elementary
Location: 3300 North State Road 3 – Greensburg, IN 47240
Phone: (812) 663-9215
Principal: Rob Smith
Website: http://www.decaturco.k12.in.us/NDES/Pages/index.htm

North Decatur Jr./Sr. High School
Location: 3172 North State Road 3 – Greensburg, IN 47240
Phone: (812) 663-4204
Principal: Gary Cook
Website: http://www.decaturco.k12.in.us/NDHS/index.htm

South Decatur Elementary
Location: 9302 South County Road 420 West – Greensburg, IN 47240
Phone: (812) 591-3115
Principal: Nita McNealy
Website: http://www.decaturco.k12.in.us/SDES/index.htm

South Decatur Jr./Sr. High School
Location: 8885 South State Road 3 – Greensburg, IN 47240
Phone: (812) 591-3330
Principal: Bob Hacker
Website: http://www.decaturco.k12.in.us/SDHS/pages/home.html

Greensburg Community Schools
Website: http://www.greensburg.k12.in.us

Greensburg Elementary
Location: 900 North Big Blue Ave. – Greensburg, IN 47240
Phone: (812) 663-8112
Principal: Rock Linville
Website: http://www.greensburg.k12.in.us/ges/index.html

Greensburg Jr. High School
Location: 505 East Central Ave. – Greensburg, IN 47240
Phone: (812) 663-7523
Principal: Garry Moore
Website: http://www.greensburg.k12.in.us/gjhs/index.html

Greensburg Sr. High School
Location: 1000 East Central Ave. – Greensburg, IN 47240
Phone: (812) 663-7176
Principal: Phil Chapple
Website: http://www.greensburg.k12.in.us/gchs/index.html

Private Schools

St. Mary’s Catholic School
Location: 210 South East Street – Greensburg, IN 47240
Phone: (812) 663-2804
Principal: Nancy Schroeder
Website: http://www.stmarysgreensburg.com/home.html

Entertainment and Recreation

Anytime Fitness
Anytime Fitness offers 24 hour access each day of the week! We offer a complete cardiovascular workout with bikes and treadmills. Circuit training and free weights are also readily available. ALL Anytime Fitness members receive personal training from our experienced staff. Nutritional consultation is also available. Free two week memberships for those looking to become a member at Anytime Fitness!

Location: 1807 N Lincoln Street - Greensburg, IN 47240
Days: 7 days/ week
Hours: 24 hours; Staffed from 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Mon. - Fri.
Phone: 812-662-3055

Balls and More Batting Cages
Batting Cage Fees One Tokens $1.00 Six Tokens $5.00 26 Token Pass $20.00 One Hour Station Rental Continuous Pitch $25.00 If reserved in advance $20.00

Location: 1454 N US Highway 421 - Greensburg, IN 47240
Days: Daily
Hours: 9 am - 9pm
Phone: 812.663.8733
Website: http://www.greensburgpar3.com

Decatur County Family YMCA
Location: 1301 Kathy's Way - Greensburg, IN 47240
Phone: 812-663-9622

Decatur County Parks and Recreation
We offer 18 beautiful parks throughout Decatur County. Right here in Greensburg, we have a 16 acre park complete with a 10 acre stocked lake: paddle boats, fishing, playgrounds, and more! Visit our state of the art Youth Sports Complex, home to youth baseball and softball, and many excellent tournaments throughout the summer! For large groups (fee) we offer our gymnasium, shelter houses @ the park and meeting rooms. Please call in advance to reserve your reservation. Swim for the day at the Allen Memorial pool or show your skill at our Skate park. Dec. Co. Parks and Rec.: Your sure place for family fun!

Location: 402 E North St - Greensburg, IN 47240
Days: Monday - Friday
Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Phone: 812-663-8284(office); 812-663-2874 (County Park)
Email: dcpark@etczone.com
Website: http://www.decaturcountyparksandrecreation.com

Greensburg Country Club
Founded in 1925, Greensburg Country Club is an 18-hole, semi-private, member owned golf club located one hour south east of Indianapolis. Greensburg Country Club is a picturesque, 6,251 yard layout featuring bent grass fairways, tees, and greens, with a variety of rolling tree lined holes. The club house (Mulligan's Grille) includes golf shop, dining room, lounge, and banquet facility. The club has 400 members, including 350 golf members, and offers an active schedule of member tournaments and leagues for men, women, and seniors. The club offers a variety of membership options, including full family memberships, individual memberships, and social memberships.

Location: 1630 W. Park Rd - Greensburg, IN 47240
Phone: 812-663-2229

North Branch Golf Course
North Branch Golf Course contains 27 holes of fun and laid back golf. The course is built on a beautiful setting and has rolling hills, mature trees and a few bunkers scattered about the course. North Branch caters to beginners, juniors, as well as average golfers and advanced players. We have built our club to enjoy the game and relax at the same time. The club has a fully stocked golf shop which features many of the major brands. We have a golf professional on site to give individual or group lessons. We also have a driving range, snack bar and facilities to hold large groups for food and awards after outings. Catering arrangements are available. We host numerous leagues, and a wide variety of corporate, benefit, and member tournaments. Please feel free to look at our course and facilities, and we hope to see you soon.

Location: 8492 Base Rd. - Greensburg, IN 47240
Phone: 812-663-6062
Website: http://www.northbranchgolf.com

Paradise Diving
Location: 802 E. Jefferson St. - St. Paul, IN 47272
Days: Daily
Phone: 765-525-6582
Email: hpcamp@tds.net

Parkside Lanes
Greensburg's own bowling center! We offer leagues during both the winter and summer seasons. Men's, women's and youth leagues are in the winter, while men's and women's also occur in the summer. We have various videogames and many pool tables to enjoy. Eat homemade pizza at our own pizza kitchen: Parkside Pizza! Cosmic bowling - Friday nights. Fun for everyone! $3.50/game/person.

Location: 815 S CR 200 W - Greensburg, IN 47240
Days: Monday-Sunday
Hours: Open; 1:00 pm (Sun, Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat) 5:00 pm (Mon., Thurs.,) Closing time-Depends on business
Phone: 812-663-5733

Skydive Greensburg
Skydive Greensburg's staff consists of some of the most talented skydivers in the world. You'll find the expertise you need to improve your own skills by learning from the best. We offer skydiving instruction for everybody from the first time skydiver to the most experienced jumper and we are the largest and most experienced full time skydiving center in the Midwest. Our staff can easily accommodate groups up to 100.

Location: PO Box 276 - Greensburg, IN 47240
Days: Reservation Office is open seven days a week.
Hours: 9 am to 9 pm
Phone: 812-663-3483
Toll Free: 800-SKYDIVE
Email: bob@skydivegreensburg.com
Website: http://www.skydivegreensburg.com

Tower Tee Family Golf Center
Driving Range and 9 hole Par 3 Golf Course, Complete Practice Facility, Pro Shop, Club Repairs and Fittings. Golf Lessons.

Location: 1454 North US Highway 421 - Greensburg, IN 47240
Phone: 812-663-9697
Website: http://www.greensburgpar3.com

Tree City Stage Race
Four stages involve Time Trials, Road Race, and Criterium. Events take riders throughout Decatur County!

Location: - Greensburg, IN 47240
Days: First weekend of June
Email: jmm6565@indy.rr.com

Wolf Theaters - Movie Listings
Location: 910 Ann Blvd. - Greensburg, IN 47240
Phone: (812) 662-9653
Website: http://www.wolftheaters.com/

Wyaloosing Creek Golf Course
18 holes Par 72 6132 yards. 130 acres of naturally rolling terrain with water and woods. Clubhouse has country atmosphere. Outings are available ask for pricing information.

Location: 6869 S. SR 3 - Greensburg, IN 47240
Days: 7 days a week
Hours: 6 am to 9 pm
Phone: 812-591-4100