For a picture of the history and culture of this area, don't miss the Hanford Carnegie Museum. The original 1905 building was the Carnegie Library and contained photographs and memorabilia donated by residents and friends. Current exhibits trace the development of the region's early growth through important personalities and events.
One permanent display shows the habits and artifacts of the Yokuts Indians. The lifelike exhibits preserve the interesting history of their culture. They were the earliest inhabitants of the Tulare Lake region.
The fascinating exhibits of clothing, toys and furnishings bring alive the early days of Hanford. Tools on display at the museum show how far building equipment has progressed since the early days. The museum is located at 108 East Eight Street. Hours are from noon to 3:00 p.m Tuesday through Friday and Saturday from noon to 4:00 p.m. Call 9559) 584-1367 for information ro reservations for special group tours.
Clark Center for Japanese Art
 
In a serene setting nestled among giant walnut trees, The Clark Center for Japanese Art offers a gracious escape in the beauty and tranquility of Japan. The Center was founded in 1995 to collect, conserve, study, and exhibit the paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts of Japan. Among the highlights of the collection are superb Duddhist paintings and sculpture, a wide range of paintings from the Edo period. (1615-1800) and close to thirty by bu (folding screedn). The many illustrious paintings, hanging scrolls, and folding by bu will demand another visit.
The center has four elegant exhibits a year. The Clark Center is a non-profit charitable organization and admission is free. It is open by appointmentr only, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on weekdays except holidays. Advance reservation is required. Call (559) 582-4915 for an appontment to explore the excitement of Japanese art. Visit the Center's web page at www.clarkjapaneseart.org. The adjacent home and garden are not part of the Clark Center. The Center is located six miles south of Hanford on 10th Avenue.
Museam at Burris Park
 
The Kings County Museum at Burris Park is dedicated to the collection, preservation, study and exhibition of objects illustrating the history of Kings County and the lower Kings River region. Each visit to the Kings County Museum is an edventure into the history of a unique area in California's San Janquin Valley. At the museumm, look for items illustrating the Tulare Lake History including mudshoes fitted on horses, Native American artifacts, Fossils of early life forms, reminders of the Kingston settlement and portraits of pioneers. Wagon barn exhibits include wagons, stagecoaches, and other early day vehicles used by the pioneers of this area. Also included are tools of the blacksmith trade.
Hours of the museum and wagon barn ar 10:00am - 4:00pm Saturdays, Sundays and major holidays during the spring through October season. Call (559) 582-3211, ext. 2666, for more information.
- Ride Amtrak to Historic Hanford - Amtrak reservations: 800-872-7245
- Ride to and from your destination on our 1950 Studebaker Fire Truck
- Take an escorted walking tour with a Show-Off Tour Guide
- Ride the antique Carousel - reservations: 559-582-5024
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