Allensworth Realization and Resurrection of the African American Dream

Allensworth State Historic Park

As we explore how “Black Lives Matter” in the building of the American culture, consider a little-known town created by a self-reliant group of African American families. This town, built more than 100 years ago, was created by black families, for black families.

Although many pioneers came to California in search of riches, Lieutenant Colonel Allen Allensworth came to the state in a quest for liberty.

In 1908, he created Allensworth as an African American, intentional community in southern Tulare County – a community that would allow its residents to work and flourish without fear of discrimination. Within a few years, it was a prosperous Central Valley town.

To find out more, please visit: Allensworth Realization and Resurrection of the African American Dream

Submitted by Andre James

Stories From the Civil Rights Movement - On Whose Shoulders We Stand

In this group you will find stories from remarkable people of all colors and ethnic backgrounds. Americans who played a role in the Civil Rights Movement of the past century. We are currently focused on capturing video stories, first person narratives from Black Lives That Matter. Ordinary Black Americans who have who have demonstrated extraordinary effort toward building their communities. To quote Poet Laureate Amanda Gorman, we are in search of "On whose shoulders we stand" and moving forward, "What we stand for." If you are so inspired, please contact me to share your story.

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