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Fresno Area
Attractions
Fresno County boasts many cultural amenities — a
symphony orchestra, opera and ballet companies, theater groups,
and museums. Fresno’s cultural diversity is a source of community
pride, and approximately 90 cultural groups call Fresno home. A
varied array of churches and temples add important components to
the city’s rich architectural mosaic. Many ethnic groups —
including Armenian, Greek, Scottish, Hmong, Mexican, and Chinese —
have annual public festivals.
The farmlands on the Valley floor offer seasonal
beauty. The mountains, lakes, and rivers of the nearby Sierra Nevada
provide a wide variety of recreational opportunities. The grandeur
of the giant sequoias, and
the dramatic rock formations in Sequoia, Kings Canyon, and Yosemite
National Parks beckon you.
All-America City — In 2000, Fresno was one of
10 U.S. cities that were given the designation All- America City
by the National Civic League. The award was a testament to
Fresno’s citizens, quality of life, and community programs. The
city’s excellent schools, comfortable climate, moderate cost of
living, and strong economy are assets that make Fresno a fine
place in which to live.
Blossom Trail — A self-guided tour, the
62-mile Blossom Trail, through Fresno’s heartland, celebrates and
features the natural beauty of the county’s agriculture. Panoramas
of orchards full of fruit trees alive with fragrance and bursting
with blossoms await you. The peak period for visiting The Blossom
Trail is late February through March.
Civil War Reenactment — The largest annual Civil War
reenactment and living history event west of the Mississippi, is
produced by the Fresno Historical Society. Spectators watch over
1,500 Union and Confederate soldiers from the National Civil War
Association as they memorialize the Civil War. Visitors enjoy
authentic sights and sounds of army encampments and battle
recreations while traditional artisans highlight their trades and
American craftsmanship.
Clovis Rodeo — The city
of Clovis is located in the northeast quadrant of the Fresno-Clovis
Metropolitan
Area. Under the slogan of "A Western Way of Life," the
city has hosted the annual Clovis Rodeo since 1914. The two day
event is the largest in California, attracting thousands of visitors.
The rodeo features an opening parade, calf roping, bull riding,
steer wrestling, and barrel racing.
County of Fresno Library — Located in the
heart of California’s San Joaquin Valley, the Fresno County
Library provides collections and programs through its 38 service
locations. It is part of the San Joaquin Valley Library System, a
cooperative network of 9 public library jurisdictions in the
counties of Fresno, Kern, Kings, Madera, Mariposa and Tulare
Counties, as well as Coalinga-Huron District Library and
Porterville and Tulare Public Libraries. It is governed by
California State Law.
Forestierre Underground Gardens — Fresno’s underground gardens were carved out, one shovel at a time, by
Sicilian immigrant, Baldassare Forestierre between 1906 and 1940. The gardens, which cover several acres in
northwest Fresno just off Freeway 99, have attracted
visitors from all over the world because of their unique
architectural design.
First McDonald’s Franchise —McDonald’s first opened in Fresno in 1955 at the corner of Blackstone and Shields. It was the first corporate franchise of the famous chain in the United States.
Sports
Fresno is home to three professional sports teams:
Fresno Grizzlies Triple A Baseball, Fresno Falcons WCHL Hockey,
and Fresno Frenzy Arena Football. The Fresno Grizzlies, who play
in the new downtown stadium, are the farm team for the San Francisco
Giants. The Frenzy recently began their first football season
in Fresno. And
the Fresno Falcons are the 2002 winner of the Taylor Cup.
Fresno is home to the winning traditions of the Fresno State Bulldogs. This division IIA University competes in football, baseball, basketball, women’s softball, women’s basketball, and many other competitive sports for which residents are proud. David Carr, Trent Dilfer, Tom Goodwin, Jeff Weaver, and Mark Gardner are a few of the players who have carried those winning traditions into professional sports.
Museums
African American Historical and Cultural Museum
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This museum offers visitors a rich tapestry of artifacts from Africa, as well as African-American art and items of local history and interest.
Arte American Museum – This museum showcases
the rich heritage of Latino art and culture in the San
Joaquin Valley.
Fresno Art Museum – Founded in 1948, the
Fresno Art Museum was the first regional arts centers in the
San Joaquin Valley.
Fresno
Metropolitan Museum – Children and adults alike enjoy the
wonderful exhibits, and the science gallery that features 45 interactive
science projects.
Kearney Mansion Museum – M.Theo Kearney began building his palatial estate in the early 1900s. Surrounded by beautiful grounds supporting hundreds of trees, this historic home became a museum in 1962.
Legion of Valor Museum – The Legion of Valor Museum is the only museum in the nation to be sponsored by the Legion of Valor Society, and
displays weapons, uniforms, airplanes, and ships from the
World War I era to present.
Meux Home Museum – Built in 1889 and located
in downtown Fresno, the Meux home is a classic
Victorian structure that has been completely restored to its
original splendor.
National Parks — Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon National Parks embrace a spectacular tract of mountain and
Valley scenery in the Sierra Nevada. The parks harbor a grand collection of waterfalls, towering granite rock walls, secluded meadows, and forests that include groves of giant sequoias, the world’s largest living things.
San Joaquin River Parkway and Conservation Trust — The San Joaquin River Parkway is a work in progress that will ultimately form 22 miles of trail, wildlife habitat, and recreation areas along the San Joaquin River. The Parkway currently consists of nearly half of the planned 6,000 acres that will meander along the river between Millerton State Park and Highway 99.
America’s First Sky Park — Established in 1946 as America’s first aviation community by William and Doris Smilie. Sierra Sky Park sits on 130 acres and is a public use airport featuring a sod runway and connecting taxiway with extra wide streets.
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