Orange 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.

With over a century of commitment to our land-grant mission, see how Purdue Extension continues to serve our communities across the state and beyond. The Purdue Extension Impact Report highlights our efforts in youth development, workforce initiatives, community partnerships and agricultural succession planning. Click the link below to view the latest report.

 Purdue Extension 2024 Impact Report

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Contact Us

Purdue Extension Orange County
205 E Main Street, Ste 4 Paoli, IN 47454
(812) 723-7107

orangeces@purdue.edu


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2025 Orange County 4-H Handbook

ORANGE COUNTY FAIR INFORMATION

The Orange County 4-H Fair is held annually at the Orange County Fairgrounds located on West Daniel Lane, Paoli Indiana. This time honored tradition gives local youth the opportunity to show off their hard work, and dedication to local agriculture as well as highlight their unique special interests and talents. 

For long time residents, the county fair can be a nostalgic event that brings back childhood memories of summers past and fun times with family and community. It provides them a chance to introduce younger generations to a great tradition.

 

Join us next year for the 2026 Orange County 4-H Fair from June 20th through June 26th! There will be Livestock Shows, Friendly Games, Kids Activities, and much more! Youth from the Orange County 4-H Program will be showcasing their hard work and efforts in the Exhibit Hall and Livestock Barns!

Come join the fun!


4-H Kickoff October 21, 2025  
     
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