Allen County Resources
What We Do
The educators are eager to help you find answers and understanding related to health and human sciences, agriculture, horticulture, 4-H youth development, community development, and much more. The best way to contact us is by phone, email, or just stop in during business hours.
Our office also offers many services and educational opportunities throughout the year. Some of our services have a fee.
Examples of our FREE services:
- Dawn to dusk access to the Display Gardens of Allen County
- Master Gardener Hotline for horticulture questions
- Electronic publications
Those with fees are as follows (cash or check only):
- Drop-off diagnostic service: $5.00
- Basic soil sample analysis: $20.00
- 4-H Membership (Grades 3-12): $15.00
- 4-H Membership (Grades K-2): FREE
- Printed publications/copies: $0.25/page
- Workshops: varies, contact for information
Contact Us
Purdue Allen County Extension Office
allences@purdue.edu
4001 Crescent Avenue
Fort Wayne, IN 46815
(260) 481-6826
Business Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Lawn & Garden Questions Email: mghotline@gmail.com or call 260-481-6425
Upcoming Allen County and State Extension Events
State Extension Featured Story
State Extension Featured Story

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