Chilton County Sheriff

The Chilton County Sheriff's Office in Clanton offers families a unique opportunity to connect with local law enforcement through free community engagement programs and educational events. Throughout the year, kids can participate in safety awareness activities, meet officers and K-9 units, and learn about community helpers in a welcoming, hands-on environment.

• ✓Meeting police officers and learning about their important work in the community
• ✓Seeing police vehicles, equipment, and sometimes K-9 units up close
• ✓Free safety education programs throughout the year
• ✓Seasonal community events like National Night Out with family activities
• ✓Learning about law enforcement careers and community service

1. 1.Call ahead during business hours (Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM) to ask about upcoming community events and scheduled family programs.
2. 2.National Night Out in October is often a highlight event with special activities, demonstrations, and kid-friendly interactions with officers.
3. 3.Bring a camera as kids often love taking photos with police vehicles and officers in uniform.
4. 4.Combine your visit with a trip to downtown Clanton, which is within walking distance and offers family-friendly shops and restaurants.
5. 5.Ask about school vacation programs or summer safety events which tend to offer the most interactive activities for children.

Plan to attend scheduled community events or National Night Out celebrations, typically held in evenings or during special occasions. Contact the office during weekday business hours to learn about upcoming family-friendly programs rather than dropping by unannounced.

All programs are free to attend. The office is located in downtown Clanton with public parking available nearby. This is a government office, so most family activities occur during special scheduled events rather than regular business hours.

Community events are held year-round, with National Night Out typically occurring in October and special programs during summer months and school breaks. Contact the office to learn about the current schedule of family-friendly events.

Head to downtown Clanton's Main Street, just minutes away, where you'll find family favorites like Peach Park (famous for their peach ice cream and kid-friendly menu) or local diners with Southern comfort food that kids enjoy.