Celebrating 160 Years of The Bakersfield Californian & Kern County History

Hosted by The Arts Council of Kern, Clippings is a special exhibition exploring the stories, headlines, and historic moments that helped shape Bakersfield and Kern County. This exhibition will feature enlarged reproductions of some of The Bakersfield Californian’s most significant front pages, highlighting major events, community milestones, influential figures and unforgettable moments from throughout the newspaper’s long history.

Guests will have the opportunity to experience these historic headlines on a larger-than-life scale and discover how local journalism has documented the growth and evolution of our region for more than a century and a half. Bringing the stories beyond the printed page, the exhibition will also feature live performances portraying notable figures from Bakersfield’s past. Through a series of short historical vignettes, actors will bring local history to life, offering visitors a deeper connection to the people and events behind the headlines.

Admission is free and open to the public.