Serving the people of Nelson County with resources and services based in university research.

We're part of the University of Kentucky and Kentucky State University off-campus information network. Let us connect you to UK, KSU and the world. We deliver information, education, and solutions. And we grow ideas into better communities, stronger local economies, and healthier lives.

Contact Us

Nelson County Extension Office
317 S Third Street
Bardstown, KY 40004

Monday - Friday: 8am – 4:30pm

Area Extension Director — Willie Howard
4200 Gardiner View Ave, Suite 101
Louisville, Kentucky 40213-1877
whowardj@uky.edu

Upcoming Events

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May 19 2026

A Place for Y'all

1pm EDT

Online

Meet Your County Staff

These folks are your direct line to the University of Kentucky and Kentucky State University, bringing research from the labs and fields to YOU.

Extension Staff Assistant
Nelson County 4-H Youth Development Agent
Nelson County Cooperative Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences
Nelson County 4-H Program Assistant
County Extension Agent for Agriculture and Horticulture