MORGAN COUNTY
County Offices
180 South Main Street
Martinsville 765-342-1025
https://www.morgancounty.in.gov
Chambers of Commerce
Greater Martinsville
464 South Main Street
Martinsville 765-342-8110
https://www.martinsvillechamber.com
Mooresville
4 East Harrison Street
Mooresville 317-831-6509
https://www.mooresvillechamber.com
Within the metropolitan expanse of Indianapolis, the area known as Morgan County provides a small-town atmosphere and the pleasures of country living in close proximity to urban conveniences. Morgan County is recognized as one of the state’s most scenic. The county is filled with the natural beauty of rolling hills, deep forests, and fertile farmland, but it also lies within a short commute of Indianapolis and Bloomington. In fact, the region’s close proximity to Indianapolis International Airport has drive industrial growth in Morgan County, strengthening the local economy and expanding the options for local employment.
The county seat of Martinsville is home to a significant percentage of commuters to Indianapolis and the major college town of Bloomington just 20 miles to the south. The community of Mooresville is nearly equal to Martinsville in population. Together these two towns provide city conveniences and services to the rural countryside and residential communities that dot the county. Brooklyn is a former farming community that is home to a thriving brick manufacturing company and serves as a quiet suburban town. Small agricultural towns include Eminence, Monrovia, Morgantown, Paragon, and Waverly.
Services
Four quality school districts serve the youth in Morgan County, the Metropolitan School District of Martinsville as well as Monrovia, Eminence and Indian Creek. In spite of the region’s rural character, the Martinsville school system ranks 36th in the state in size with a total enrollment of 1,800 students in 11 schools. Students of all ages can choose from post-secondary institutions throughout the Indianapolis metropolitan region and Central Indiana. Nearby Bloomington expands the opportunities for higher education close to home.
Two respected hospitals provide state-of-the-art healthcare to residents of Morgan County, Morgan County Memorial Hospital in Martinsville and St. Francis-Mooresville Hospital in Mooresville. The latter provides a wealth of medical and surgical specialties that include the center for hip & knee surgery, the sports medicine clinic, the regional center for colon and rectal care, and the Kendrick Center for Women. Morgan County Memorial Hospital provides emergency care just 15 minutes from Mooresville. In addition, Mooresville is 20 minutes from Riley Hospital for Children and Indiana University Medical Center.
Lifestyle
One of Indiana’s most unique regions, Morgan County ranges in elevation from 1,000 feet on Long Ridge to 500 feet along White River. Superb recreational areas are part of the allure to Morgan County, particularly the Morgan-Monroe State Forest, gateway to southern Indiana’s hardwood groves. The park’s expansive 24,000 acres offer outstanding opportunities for outdoor adventure with facilities that include a boat launch ramp, camp sites, fishing areas, three small lakes, hiking trails, hunting areas in season, nature preserves, marked trails, picnic areas, and youth tent areas. Located between Martinsville and Bloomington, the forest is filled with steep ridges and valleys and supports some of the state’s finest hardwoods. The Martinsville area has long been home to a number of major fisheries, including the famous Grassyfork goldfish hatchery.
Within the major cities of Martinsville and Mooresville are abundant opportunities for relaxation and exercise, including a full-service YMCA, expansive city parks, and popular youth sports programs for boys and girls. Retail centers are available locally, combining small shops with large chain stores, although Greenwood Park Mall is just 25 miles to the north. College Mall in Bloomington is less than a 20-minute drive from home. For professional sports, internationally recognized racing events, Broadway productions, and fine museums, Indianapolis is equally accessible.
The housing selection in Morgan County ranges from farm houses and well-kept older homes in long established neighborhoods to new developments and subdivisions with names like Shireman Estates, Legendary Hills, and Foxcliff Estates. New areas are added to the mix each year in this land-rich, panoramic region. The friendly residents of this area feel that they enjoy one of the finest places to live and raise a family within the Indianapolis metropolitan area. They have the “best of both worlds” by living in a smaller community so close to world-class urban resources.
Community Profiles
Martinsville City
City Hall
765-342-2861
https://martinsville.in.gov
Chamber of Commerce
765-342-8110
https://www.martinsvillechamber.com
“Gateway to Beautiful Southern Indiana,” Martinsville City is 30 miles south of Indianapolis via State Road 67 or 37. Serving as the county seat, the city is a hub for many of the services and activities in Washington Township and the surrounding area. Claiming a rich history, Martinsville is the hometown of many famous people including University of California-Los Angeles (UCLA) coach John Wooden. Residents enjoy a scenic home on the banks of the White River near Cataract Falls and Eel River. The Morgan-Monroe State Forest provides year-round recreational activity, although the city maintains a 90-acre city park. The Christmas Light Display, Halloween Haunted Trail, and Fourth of July celebration are just a few examples of the pride and community spirit of Martinsville residents. Newcomers will discover excellence in education in the Metropolitan School District of Martinsville and state-of-the-art healthcare in Morgan County Memorial Hospital.
Mooresville
Town Hall
317-831-1608
http://mooresville.in.gov
Chamber of Commerce
317-831-6509
https://www.mooresvillechamber.com
Nestled in the heartland of America, Mooresville blends small-town charm with the advantages of a large city. Newcomers will discover a beautiful setting for high-quality family living just 10 miles southwest of Indianapolis near a major distribution center and international air hub. Excellent educational opportunities in the Mooresville School District, five lush parks, a growing economy, and the renowned St. Francis Hospital of Mooresville are just a few of the advantages. Home of the Indiana state flag, Mooresville is home to handsome subdivisions and welcoming neighborhoods as well as a thriving downtown business district. Local parks provide facilities like an aquatic center, sports fields, shelter houses, trails and playgrounds. Mooresville is also close to several state parks and recreation areas including Brown County State Park, Spring Mill State Park, White River State Park, the Morgan-Monroe State Forest, Lieber State Recreation Area, and Fort Benjamin Harrison State Park.
