Indiana Counties The Stories of Indiana's Counties includes a thumbnail history of each of Indiana's 92 counties. The history includes a sketch of each county's namesake as well as the dates they were established by the Indiana legislature. Indiana History The establishment of counties was a key step in the history of Indiana as settlement in the state advanced from the regions near the Wabash and Ohio River and the areas near the border with Ohio. County Seat and Courthouse Histories of each of Indiana county courthouses are also included, as these structures are the cornerstone of many local governments. Indiana Tourism Most counties in Indiana have tourism organizations to help promote tourism in their county. The Stories of Indiana's Counties lists the tourism boards for each county that has one. Indiana county, indiana history, local, county courthouse, indiana tourism, county seat