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Heard County Extension Office

Our mission is to extend lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families.

The Heard County Extension office offers residents many Agricultural Services including but not limited to soil and water analysis. Through Heard County Extension we also have the 4-H youth development program in which students ages 9-18 (4th-12th grade) can participate in numerous 4-H activities. Our 4-H Agent provides in school club meetings monthly (4th-5th grades) and afterschool club meetings (6th-8th grades). Grades 9th-12th meet at the 4H office.

Heard  County is located in West Central Georgia. The county seat is in Franklin, Ga. The county is rich in history offering many places to visit. Heard County is home to the Heard County Historical Center and Museum, Flat Rock Campground, and many other tourist and historical attractions.



  • Heard County Administration Building
    Heard County Administration Building
  • Heard County Extension/ 4-H Office
    Heard County Extension/ 4-H Office
  • Franklin Town Square
    Franklin Town Square
  • Old Recreation Department Ball Fields
    Old Recreation Department Ball Fields
  • Heard County Historical Center and Museum
    Heard County Historical Center and Museum
  • Heard County Chamber of Commerce
    Heard County Chamber of Commerce

Heard County Georgia Official Government Website:

Visit Heard County's website to find out what's going on in your community.


OFFICE HOURS

Monday – Friday 8:00-12:00pm 1:00-5:00pm
(CLOSED 12:00-1:00pm Lunch)
CLOSED – Saturday and Sundays
We are located at 101 Glover Road Franklin, GA 30217
(OLD REC. DEPT. across the road from Dollar General on Franklin Parkway)

HOLIDAYS

We observe the UGA Holiday Schedule.


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