A new generation hopes to restore a historic Black town | Hidden Histories

In the early 1900s, Allensworth, California was a shining example of Black prosperity — before a series of policies led to its decline. Now, believers and advocates are taking on the task of restoring it to its original vision.​

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[michelleelegance]

I grew up in Allensworth. THANK YOU so much for highlighting My grandparents would have been so proud to know about this. 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[Exceliskey]

Currently in my university’s cafeteria trying not to cry😭 this video ties together all the reasons why I study and what I plan to study…I can’t wait to be able to help communities like this

[hildaqueenb]

I live 10 minutes from Allensworth. It’s such a beautiful little town. I hope to see it thriving once again❤

[MPam]

This makes me wonder how much acreage was deserted by African Americans during the northward migration between 1915 and 1970 when they fled to save their lives. I pray this endeavor is successful. I'd love to be able to live in peace somewhere in this country for which my ancestors (both Native Americans & Africans) paid in blood, sweat and tears.

[Angbwillinspireu]

I am ready to move there and help preserve, restore, build, and grow.

[anyhootyepo]

It needs to be returned back to its original state and the vitality that it once was. I visited Allensworth years ago to visit the museum and was very proud and learned so much about this community and its origin. I would like to be involved! Please let me know how I can help, and that includes prayer. It can and will thrive again! I believe and amen!

[childofGodsKingdom]

Wow! A concerted effort to destroy the town and what a better way to do it by diverting transportation and stopping water supply. I'm surprised they didn't just poison the water, . All these efforts to deter a people to live peaceful was pure evil.

[diggdakilla]

This is a place to visit people. Glad to see my mom and aunt and uncle continuing big mommies dream.

[TexasNan]

This most definitely is a part of History, there is so much to be learned about. Please help this community to grow as well as any areas around it

[tams.]

If I wanted to move to California, I would move there. Lord help us to invest in Allensworth in Jesus Name.

[anyhootyepo]

I think most on this page can help this community thrive once again!

The question each asked of themselves: What can I do to contribute towards this worthwhile cause?

[shekharmoona]

He said no police. A town fortified by the idea of freedom.

[minervaowl]

I want to help build up this town so we can make a example and build more black towns

[paulmitchell]

I'm so excised to learn on my black history, I did go to an all white school, my research has been great, and I've enjoyed a lot of videos, I'm hungry for more about my black history, it has been a blessing for me, thanks to all the black historians, and others for your work !! God Bless

[cindyrussell]

You guys are amazing. You are using the energy of the past to go forward. Keep going.

Everyone, please share this video so we can help these strong, wonderful folks carry on with the work of their families.

Let's make the future a better place.😊💖

[gew]

An amazing story. Hope they can revitalize this historical town. Love the history!!👍🤗

[shanibloome]

Praying for this town and it’s residents…and thank you Gov. Newsom! 🙏

[fedupamerican]

I understand how people in Allensworth feel my family was pushed out of their land hundreds of years ago by the government all for their wants and needs. They forced my family into reservations and broke down their culture. I’m glad the governor of California was able to give your city that money so y’all can begin to restart your beautiful city much love ❤️ ❤️❤️

[Glodoe]

Praying for you. I hope you get all you try to achieve. Keep pushing and God bless you, and your families of Allensworth. Don’t give up the dream. 🙏❤️

[deb]

Such a beautiful town! Would love to live there!!