Things to do in Delano
Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park
Allensworth is the only California town to be founded, financed and governed by African Americans. The small farming community was founded in 1908 by Colonel Allen Allensworth and a group of others dedicated to improving the economic and social status of African Americans. Uncontrollable circumstances, including a drop in the area’s water table, resulted in the town’s demise. With continuing restoration and special events, the town is coming back to life as a state historic park. The park’s visitor center features a film about the site. A yearly rededication ceremony reaffirms the vision of the pioneers. Call 661-849-3433 for more information.
Crystal Palace
Combination theater and a museum housing memorabilia spanning Buck Owens' 40 year career in country music. You can also catch great music and fine food every night, as well as a host of Country stars as they pass through the area. Call 661-328-7560 for more information.
2800 Buck Owens Blvd., Delano, CA
Kern County Museum
The museum is one of only 748 museums in the nation accredited by the American Association of Museums. The Kern County Museum provides a stimulating destination for generations to share experiences in an engaging, educational, and historically rich setting. In doing so, the Kern County Museum has aquired a distinguished record of service. Call 661-852-5000 for more information.
3801 Chester Avenue, Delano, CA 93301
Sequoia National Forest
The Sequoia National Forest and Giant Sequoia National Monument are named for the giant sequoia, the world's largest tree. The landscape is as spectacular as its 38 groves of giant sequoia. Majestic granite monoliths, glacier-torn canyons, roaring whitewater, and lush meadows await your discovery at the southern end of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. Call 559-784-1500 for more information.
900 West Grand Avenue, Delano, CA 93257
Tule Elk State Reserve
Tule Elk State Reserve protects a herd of tule elk, once in danger of extinction. In the 1880s, vast herds of tule elk were greatly reduced in number by hunting and loss of habitat. Cattleman Henry Miller began a 50-year effort to save them in 1874. At that time, few elk remained. In 1932, the herd was given permanent protection on the park property, now known as Tule Elk State Reserve. Call 661-764-6881 for more information.