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Allensworth, California has a very interesting history that has been preserved at this state park located between Fresno and Bakersfield off highway 99. ‘The towns founder, Allen Allensworth, was born a slave in Kentucky in 1842. Freed during the Civil War he became a minister and joined the Army as a military chaplain. He retired in 1906 and began following Booker T Washington’s philosophy of racial equality through industrious self-help. Colonel Allen Allensworth, along with four other black settlers established the town. It was the first in California to be "founded, financed, and governed by blacks." Allensworth's reputation drew many from all over the country to the town, causing some to buy property sight-unseen in order to support the efforts. In the early 20th century, the area boasted a great boom and by 1910 hosted California's first African American school district. With the death of Colonel Allensworth in 1914, the town experienced extreme losses, coupled with severe drought and decreased crop yields. Pretty well abandoned by the mid 1940’s the town was memorialized as a state park in 1974. ‘

Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park

Explore the great outdoors at Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park, a lovely green space in Earlimart.

Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park

Agbayani Village

You can learn about the history of Delano with a trip to Agbayani Village. Discover the entertainment venues and shops in this family-friendly area.

Agbayani Village

Delano Community Center

3/5(14 reviews)

After visiting Delano Community Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Delano. Experience the entertainment venues and theater scene in this family-friendly area.

Delano Community Center

Delano Municipal Golf Course

3/5(1 review)

Enjoy a round of golf in Delano at Delano Municipal Golf Course. Discover the entertainment venues and casinos in this family-friendly area.

Delano Municipal Golf Course

Adventist Health Delano Regional Medical Center Hospital

Though Adventist Health Delano Regional Medical Center Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Delano while you are here.

Adventist Health Delano Regional Medical Center Hospital

Cecil Park

3.5/5(24 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Cecil Park, a lovely green space in Delano. Experience the entertainment venues and theater scene in this family-friendly area.

Cecil Park

Best Lodging Options Near The Forty Acres

Hyatt Place Delano
Hyatt Place Delano
3 out of 5
1200 Garzoli Avenue, Delano, CA
Hyatt Place Delano
Best Western Liberty Inn
Best Western Liberty Inn
2.5 out of 5
14394 County Line Road, Delano, CA
Best Western Liberty Inn
Holiday Inn Express Delano by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Delano by IHG
2.5 out of 5
2222 Girard St, Delano, CA
Holiday Inn Express Delano by IHG
Studio 6 Suites Delano, CA
Studio 6 Suites Delano, CA
2 out of 5
2231 Girard St, Delano, CA
Studio 6 Suites Delano, CA
Days Inn by Wyndham Lost Hills
Days Inn by Wyndham Lost Hills
2 out of 5
14684 Aloma St, Lost Hills, CA
Days Inn by Wyndham Lost Hills
Best Western Porterville Inn
Best Western Porterville Inn
2.5 out of 5
350 Montgomery Ave, Porterville, CA
Best Western Porterville Inn
Hourglass Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
Hourglass Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
3 out of 5
2400 Camino Del Rio Court, Bakersfield, CA
Hourglass Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
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