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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.

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Americas Best Value Inn Porterville

Americas Best Value Inn Porterville

2 out of 5
676 North Main Street Porterville CA
The price is S$91 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
S$91
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Porterville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
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Reviewed on 22 Feb, 2026

Americas Best Value Inn Porterville
Hyatt Place Delano

Hyatt Place Delano

3 out of 5
1200 Garzoli Avenue Delano CA
The price is S$165 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
S$165
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Delano. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
I called the day before my check in to inform them I would be doing an early check in, they said it was ok…I get there the next day and was told I couldn’t do it (I was given a reason that I knew was not true). I had an appointment to attend and get ready for but had nowhere to get ready. When I ...

Reviewed on 23 Feb, 2026

Hyatt Place Delano
Best Western Liberty Inn

Best Western Liberty Inn

2.5 out of 5
14394 County Line Road Delano CA
The price is S$110 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
S$110
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Delano. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (913 reviews)
I was very disappointed with my stay. The bed sheet had a blood stain, which was completely unacceptable. The hotel does not have an elevator, and the entire property feels very outdated. The breakfast area is extremely small — we saw several guests having to take their breakfast to their rooms because ...

Reviewed on 16 Feb, 2026

Best Western Liberty Inn
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Porterville Getaway w/ Patio + Valley Views!

Porterville Getaway w/ Patio + Valley Views!

3 out of 5
Porterville CA
Stay at this business-friendly cottage in Porterville. Enjoy free parking, patios and air conditioning. Popular attractions Porterville City Pool and Porterville ...
Porterville Getaway w/ Patio + Valley Views!
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