Bakersfield, California, is situated in Kern County in the San Joaquin Valley. It began with a few log cabins on what was originally called Kern Island in 1860, and it was officially founded in 1869 and named in honor of Col. Thomas Baker, who had come to the area during the Gold Rush.
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Bakersfield Convention & Visitors Bureau
Visitors to Bakersfield can find out about the city's local attractions and sporting events. Lodging, dining and shopping guides are also provided on this website.
http://www.visitbakersfield.com/
Features a medical facility that provides emergency treatment, medical care for children and other services. Also find a directory of the hospital’s doctors, health newsletters and a phone directory.
http://www.bakersfieldmemorial.org/
Features a museum that exhibits a variety of art works. There is also a map to the museum, details on the membership program and an overview of upcoming exhibitions.
http://www.bmoa.org/
Online paper which provides the latest news covering topics from sports, entertainment, weather, events and other happenings around Central California. The website also features blogs, forums, opinions, classifieds, inside guide and images.
http://www.bakersfield.com
Provides access to city council information and government services. Includes city news, local events calendar, information request index, and a city directory.
http://www.bakersfieldcity.us/
The official website of the California State University (CSU) Bakersfield Wrestling team has the latest scores and other information about this team. Yo can also find out about the team's summer camp programs for students who want to improve their wrestling skills. You can also access a schedule of upcoming CSU Bakersfield matches here.
http://www.calstatewrestling.com
Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce
Provides information on the services offered by the chamber. Includes chamber membership information, business directory, chamber events and activities, members resources, and visitor's guide.
http://www.bakersfieldchamber.org/
Find out this annual fair’s activities and concerts. Includes a way to purchase tickets, fair newsletters and access to a web store of fair related products.
http://www.kerncountyfair.com/kcf/
Read about the library’s recommended books, research service and programs for teenagers. Links to the catalog, audio books and a way to submit research questions to the library are shown.
http://www.kerncountylibrary.org/
Rabobank Arena, Theater & Convention Center
Describes a facility that can serve as a venue for conferences, sports events and other activities. Purchase tickets for events, access directions and a calendar of events.
http://www.rabobankarena.com/
Shows off the theater’s music performances. Information on the facility’s hours, a history of the theater and a way to sign up for the theater’s updates.
http://www.foxtheateronline.com/
Shows off a church’s calendar of events and ministries. Other parts of the site provide directions, a history of the institution and a way to request prayer.
http://www.valleybaptist.org/
