The courthouse was completed in 1859, four years after the county was formed.
Columbus is the County Seat of Polk County, home to the beautifully restored historic Polk County Courthouse. This charming small town is host to year-round events, including the Fabulous 4th, the Columbus Farm Festival, as well as one of the area’s largest weekly farmers markets each Saturday from April through November.
Columbus offers a variety of restaurants as well as small retail shops. Its close proximity to I-26 makes it easy to find for travelers wishing to get a flavor of the area.
