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CARNEGIE CHRONICLE The official quarterly newsletter of the Carnegie Museum of Kings County Working together to bring Kings County history to life through preservation and education.  January 1, 2026   A HISTORY OF KINGS COUNTY AGRICULTURE What an incredible turnout we had for our recent display at the Carnegie Museum of Kings County! It was heartwarming to see hundreds of visitors from all walks of life, including residents from Hanford, our vibrant agriculture community, eager open house guests, and enthusiastic school groups—all coming together to celebrate our local heritage. If you missed it, don’t worry! You can catch the highlights by visiting our website’s exhibition page to watch the wrap-up videos from Parts I & II. A huge thank you goes out to our generous sponsors: Richard and Lisa Conway, Ceres Agricultural Products, LLC, The Humason Family—Wilma, Dan, and Libby—the Sharp Family—Janet, Bill, Diane, and Bob—and Michael and Christine Semas. Your support truly embodies the collaborative spirit that makes our museum a cornerstone of preserving Kings County’s rich history. We’re excited to keep the momentum going, so stay curious and engaged with us as we continue to offer programs and events that celebrate our community’s unique cultural tapestry!     2026 Exhibit “Building Kings County” Our curation committee is preparing a year-long exhibition that traces how Kings County was built—brick by brick and story by story. From the railroads that shaped early towns and Highway 198’s path through Hanford’s historic Black community, to the Santa Rosa Rancheria and Hanford’s Taoist Temple, we’ll explore and celebrate how construction has shaped our landscapes and lives. There will be VIP a Opening Reception on February 20th and the exhibit will officially open to the public on Saturday, February 21st. We are grateful to the underwriters of this exhibition, The Hanford Rotary Club Community Foundation and Michael & Christine Semas.