JOHNSON COUNTY

County Offices
86 West Court Street
Franklin 317-346-4301
http://co.johnson.in.us

Chambers of Commerce

Greater Franklin
120 East Jefferson Street
Franklin 317-736-6334
https://www.franklincoc.org

Greater Greenwood
65 Airport Parkway
Greenwood 317-537-0037
https://www.aspirejohnsoncounty.com

Named for Indiana Supreme Court Judge John Johnson, Johnson County is one of the fastest growing counties in the Indianapolis metropolitan area. While the region provides first-rate amenities and urban conveniences, its friendly communities preserve a hometown atmosphere. Rapidly growing cities and towns in Johnson County include Greenwood, Franklin, Edinburgh, New Whiteland, and Whiteland. Other small towns that provide a close-knit spirit are Bargersville, Nineveh, and Trafalgar.

With communities as diversified as Greenwood and Franklin serving as the cornerstones of the county, newcomers can select from a kaleidoscope of lifestyles and settings. Cozy bungalows, elegant turn-of-the-century homes, or modern suburban contemporaries are just a few of the possibilities. Private pilots will appreciate the availability of Franklin Flying Field or Greenwood Municipal Airport, while travelers are just 15 miles from Indianapolis International Airport.

Services
The high value placed on education throughout Johnson County is evident in the caliber of the local schools, where the curriculum and special or enrichment programs are outstanding. Partnerships with business and innovative programs in technology keep Johnson County’s schools at the forefront of education for the 21st century. Opportunities for higher education are available at the private Franklin College in Franklin or at a number of two- and four-year institutions scattered throughout Central Indiana. Franklin College offers Bachelor’s degrees in education, social sciences, communications, biological sciences, recreation and fitness.

State-of-the-art healthcare is available in leading facilities like Johnson Memorial Hospital in Franklin, a 161-bed hospital providing a wide range of specialty services. In addition to emergency care, the hospital offers maternity, outpatient center, occupational health and rehabilitation, and long-term care. The hospital medical staff includes more than 75 physicians and a network of over 100 consulting specialists who also practice at other central Indiana hospitals. Saint Francis Hospital and Health Centers in Beech Grove is another quality healthcare provider in Johnson County.

Lifestyle
Residents of Johnson County can take advantage of local and regional recreational areas to engage in a wide range of sports and outdoor adventures. The 1,000-acre Johnson County Recreation Area operated by the county offers picnicking, primitive camping, and Hoosier Horse Park — site of the 1987 Pan American Games equestrian events. Throughout the county, more than 25 municipal parks encompass 200 acres of natural beauty and serve as a scenic backdrop for tennis courts, volleyball courts, baseball diamonds, playgrounds, picnic areas, swimming pools, and recreational centers. Programs from hobbies and crafts to dancing and league sports are available for all ages.

Within short driving distances are more than a dozen municipal golf courses and lakes for boating and fishing, including the 10,000-acre Monroe Reservoir. Private country clubs provide premier golfing and other facilities, while professional sports attractions are nearby in Indianapolis. White River State Park is another regional attraction, offering such famous destinations as the Indianapolis Zoo, White River Gardens, Victory Field ballpark, the Indiana State Museum, Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art, the Congressional Medal of Honor Memorial, and the NCAA Hall of Champions.

Commercial and retail centers are scattered throughout Johnson County, drawing shoppers to historic downtown districts to modern malls. Greenwood Park Mall and the Horizon Outlet Center in Edinburgh are major attractions, allowing shoppers to combine the selection at one of the largest and finest suburban malls in the metropolitan area with factory-direct bargains. From its selection of beautiful new and older homes to quality schools and services, Johnson County is poised to enjoy some of the metropolitan area’s most dynamic and exciting expansion.

Community Profiles

Edinburgh
Town Hall
812-526-3514
https://www.edinburgh.in.us

Chamber of Commerce
317-537-0037
https://www.aspirejohnsoncounty.com

The small community of Edinburgh nevertheless boasts a strong industrial base and supports more than 2,000 manufacturing jobs. Enjoying a prime location adjacent to Bartholomew and Shelby Counties provides a joint economic development district that offers excellent opportunities for residents and the entire community. Newcomers will find quality public education in the Edinburgh Community Schools, quaint antique stores and outlet mall shopping, an excellent transportation network, the Timbergate Golf Course, and the Hoosier Horse Park. A family health center associated with Johnson Memorial Hospital is available to meet healthcare needs conveniently close to home. Camp Atterbury in Edinburgh currently serves as one of the Midwest’s premier military training areas. Open year round, it serves the training requirements of all branches of military forces as well as Federal and local law enforcement and other agencies. The camp hosted the 2001 World Police and Fire Games.


Franklin
City Hall
317-736-3602
https://www.franklin.in.gov

Chamber of Commerce
317-736-6334
https://www.franklincoc.org

Just 20 miles south of Indianapolis, the City of Franklin was named after Benjamin Franklin and serves as the county seat. The community’s location has allowed it to maintain a small-town identity and integrity while it benefits from the growth and economic stability of the Indianapolis metropolitan region. Area youth receive a quality education in Franklin Community School Corporation. The presence of Franklin College enriches the city in many respects, providing higher education opportunities in the liberal arts that stress the importance of faculty-student relationships and innovative leadership programs. Many of the special events sponsored by the college are open to the public. An active Parks and Recreation Department provides a kaleidoscope of facilities and activities for all ages. Newcomers to Franklin will discover a city that honors the past while it maintains a progressive attitude toward the future.

Greenwood
City Hall
317-887-5000
https://www.greenwood.in.gov

Chamber of Commerce
317-537-0037
https://www.aspirejohnsoncounty.com

Balancing small-town friendliness with urban conveniences, Greenwood City is enjoying significant growth and development in its south-side metropolitan location. At the same time, many acres of fertile farmland still surround the city, adding the charm of a country atmosphere to quiet neighborhoods along tree-shaded streets. Known as a retail community, Greenwood is home to one of the metropolitan area’s largest and finest malls as well as two sprawling retail corridors. Residents enjoy easy access to Interstate 65, a strong local economy, superb city services, and quality K-12 education in the Greenwood Community Schools. Family activities and events fill the year’s calendar, from school-related competition to holiday festivities or concerts by the Greater Greenwood Community Band. The Old Towne Greenwood Association draws residents and visitors to local businesses. The slogan of “Pride and Progress” attests to the city’s explosive growth in recent decades.

New Whiteland, Whiteland
New Whiteland Town Hall
317-535-9487
https://www.in.gov/towns/new-whiteland
Whiteland Town Hall
317-535-5531
http://townofwhiteland.com

Chamber of Commerce
317-537-0037
https://www.aspirejohnsoncounty.com

The adjacent communities of Whiteland and New Whiteland maintain a close relationship in spite of the formation of separate town governments in 1954. The re-routing of U.S. 31 distinguished New Whiteland as a community with the potential for strong economic growth. The youth of both towns receive a quality education in the Clark Pleasant Community School Corporation, and residents enjoy easy access to regional recreational attractions such as Fort Harrison State Park, New Albany-Floyd County Park, and White River State Park. New Whiteland provides several lush parks with facilities that include sports fields and courts, tennis courts, playgrounds, picnic areas, walking trails, and a tot park. Whiteland Raceway Park represents a unique local attraction where racing karts are quipped with unrestricted Honda engines for speeds up to 45 mph. Many new residential communities with beautiful new homes are available in this growing area.