Keysville Gala Planned Oct. 15
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BAKERSFIELD, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management and Keepers of the Kern will sponsor a historical gala Oct. 15 in honor of the 160th anniversary of Keysville.
The program, a celebration of National Public Lands Day and California Archaeology Month, will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Keysville Special Recreation Management Area North Entrance near the town of Lake Isabella. To get there, go south on Keysville Road from the intersection of Highway 155 and Keysville Road, then follow the event signs.
The event will feature walking tours, exhibits from community partners, historical and cultural demonstrations, volunteer opportunities and a visit from BLM Mascot Seymour Antelope.
For more information, contact Barbara Hinkey with Keepers of the Kern at keepersofthekern@gmail.com or Amy Girado, BLM Bakersfield Field Office archaeologist, at agirado@blm.gov (661) 391-6123.
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.