4-H Timeline of Events
Sixth Decade 1953-1962
The Consolidation Act of 1953, adopted by the 83rd Congress, consolidated ten separate laws relating to the Extension Service. It also broadened the language of the original Smith-Lever Act to include 4-H.
Thirty-eight countries, including several in Africa, initiated 4-H programs between 1953 and 1962.
In 1958, The Extension Committee on Organization and Policy (ECOP) 4-H Subcommittee recommended that science be the emphasis in all 4-H projects.
In 1959, National 4-H Center opened in Chevy Chase, Maryland with President D. Eisenhower participating in the dedication ceremonies.
The first national forum for volunteer 4-H leaders was held at the National 4-H Center in 1960.
In 1962, National 4-H Conference and Report to the Nation programs had their first African American participants.
In 1962, age requirements for 4-H members changed from 10-21 to 9-19 years of age. This age change was implemented in 1965.
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