Who We Are
Since 1918, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Lewis County (CCE-Lewis) has responded to the needs of local residents with unbiased, research-based information, tools and education that people have come to depend on and trust. Our programs are developed in direct response to community input, and are based on the most current information available from Cornell and other Land Grant universities from across the nation. The mission of Cooperative Extension is to enable people to improve their lives and communities through partnerships that put experience and research knowledge to work. Extension staff and trained volunteers deliver education programs, conduct applied research, and encourage community collaborations. Our educators connect people with the information they need on topics such as commercial and sustainable agriculture; nutrition and health; 4-H youth and families; finances; energy efficiency; economic and community development; and sustainable natural resources. Our ability to match university resources with community needs helps us play a vital role in the lives of individuals, families, businesses, and communities throughout Lewis County.
Map and Directions
From Route 81: Take Adams Center Exit (#42). Turn right (left for those traveling south on Route 81) at the end of the ramp. Continue straight through the light and onto Route 177. When Route 177 meets Route 12, bear right onto Route 12S. In Lowville, at the first light, turn left onto State Street. At the second light, turn right onto Bostwick Street. Take the second left onto Route 812 and then the first left onto East Road. We are located at the top of the hill on the left.
From Utica: Take Route 12N. In Lowville, turn right at the sixth traffic light onto Bostwick Street. Take the second left onto Route 812 and then the first left onto East Road. We are located at the top of the hill on the left.
From Rome: Take Route 26N. In Lowville, turn right at the fifth traffic light onto Bostwick Street. Take the second left onto Route 812 and then the first left onto East Road. We are located at the top of the hill on the left.
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CCE-Lewis is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational organization and is part of the Cooperative Extension land grant system, a partnership between County, State, and Federal governments that is administered in New York State through Cornell University. Each county's Cooperative Extension association is independent and works to serve the needs of the county in which it is located.
We have an extensive system for getting input from diverse interests in the community, and we welcome your ideas and involvement in our efforts. If you are interested in how CCE-Lewis sets policies and program priorities, or if you'd like more information on how to get involved, please contact Michele Ledoux, Executive Director, at (315) 376-5270 or email mel14@cornell.edu.
Visit us at:
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Lewis County
7395 East Road
Lowville, New York 13367
Office Hours:
8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday