Shelby County Resources

What We Do

We improve lives and livelihoods by delivering tested and trusted educational resources. The Cooperative Extension Service is one of the nation's largest providers of scientific research-based information and education. It's a network of colleges, universities, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, serving communities and counties across America. The Purdue Extension focuses on: Agriculture and Natural Resources, Human and Health Sciences, Economic and Community Development and 4-H Youth.

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Contact Us

Purdue Extension Shelby County 
shelbyces@purdue.edu
20 W. Polk St., Suite 201
Shelbyville, IN 46176

(317) 392-6460

2026 4-H Handbook

2026 MINI 4-H HANDBOOK

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SHELBY COUNTY 4-H

Join the fun, make new friends, and discover your passions through hands-on projects and unforgettable experiences. Whether you love animals, arts, science, or leadership — there’s a place for YOU in 4-H!

Don’t miss out — enroll today and be part of something amazing!

Enroll Here

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indoor activities for children
5 indoor activities for kids that are easy, expert-backed

Keeping young children entertained, especially on cold or rainy days, can be challenging, but Wendy Collingwood, Purdue Extension childcare educator, has some tricks up her sleeve.

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