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E.S. Good Barn, University Dr., Lexington
After earning degrees in home economics, in 1924 she began work as state leader of the University of Kentucky Home Economics Extension program. During her 30-year tenure, subject areas increased and the program grew from 23 to 110 agents. Under her leadership, the Kentucky Federation of Homemakers was formed in 1932.
Family & Consumer Sciences Extension in Kentucky- Programs began in 1914 when 17 county agents were hired to focus on canning work. Early agents taught food production, safety, preservation & storage. Programs expanded through the 20th century to meet family needs in health, nutrition, resource management, housing, aging, parenting and leadership development.
Dedicated December 2, 2014.