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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. ‘
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. ‘
An important stop along the Sand Hill Cranes winter migratory route this NWR is also an oasis in the highly developed Central Valley for waterfowl and songbirds year round.
Hyatt Place Delano

Hyatt Place Delano

3 out of 5
1200 Garzoli Avenue Delano CA
The price is CA $161 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
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The parking was safe and easy. The property and rooms were very clean. Breakfast options were great. The only negative thing I would say is it was slightly cold. We were some of the first to arrive at 7:30 am so it’s likely they just weren’t warm yet. There is a microwave in the breakfast bar so ...

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Americas Best Value Inn Porterville

2 out of 5
676 North Main Street Porterville CA
The price is CA $112 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
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Feb 15 - Feb 16
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Best Western Liberty Inn

Best Western Liberty Inn

2.5 out of 5
14394 County Line Road Delano CA
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The price is CA $115 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
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Mar 1 - Mar 2
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Charming 4-bedroom 3-Bathroom Villa in Porterville

Charming 4-bedroom 3-Bathroom Villa in Porterville

Porterville CA
Stay at this villa in Porterville. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Porterville City Pool and Porterville Municipal Golf Course ...
I didnt have activity for the kids, but the 2yr old was able to run around the kitchen den and living room easily and enjoy the freedom of moving around. Plenty of seating, a few more folding chairs would have been nice, but otherwise it was a great stay.Loved that the house had a washer and dryer, ...

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Cozy 1-bedroom apartment with a pulled out couch and WiFi in lovely Porterville

Cozy 1-bedroom apartment with a pulled out couch and WiFi in lovely Porterville

2 out of 5
Porterville CA
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9.6/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Great location close to Main Street. Very clean and easy to communicate with the host

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Charming 2-bedroom house with AC, WiFi in enchanting Porterville

Charming 2-bedroom house with AC, WiFi in enchanting Porterville

2 out of 5
Porterville CA
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5.4/10 (7 reviews)
Too warm place when days are sunny, around 90°F the place after 4 PM gets too warm

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