Updated: 1/13/2012 
Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park
Earlimart, California
Description

Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park represents the only township in California founded, planned, built, and goverend by African Americans. Founded in 1908 the town thrived until its slow decline starting in 1918. 22 house museams make up the core of the 970 acres set aside to preserve this unique part of California History.

History

Established as a State Historic Park in 1974. Formaly listed on the National Registar of Historic Places.

Artifact Collections

Objects from everyday life, in the agricultural center of California from 1908-1918.

Programs
Guided tours on regular days by Park Staff.
Special Events by Docents in period attire.
Lantern Light Ghost Tours once per quarter.
Stargazing during summer months.
For more information go to WWW.Parks.CA.Gov
Facilities
Performance Areas
Governance

California State Parks

Library

Access: Scholars

Appointment required: True

Services

The park has a visitor center and tours are available by making arrangements with the park in advance.

Gift Shop
Event Rental
Group Tours
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