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California Fact Cards access from outside a library branch or in-library use. A wide selection of important information on California history, Indians, missions, ranchos, explorers, governors, and counties.

California Geography

California Geography: LearnCalifornia
A brief essay about the varied geography of the state.

Images of the California Environment
Photos of California grouped by geographic region.

Relief Map of California
An excellent relief map that allows you to manipulate the size and position of the image.

California History

California History Online
The complete story of California.

Calisphere
Explore thousands of primary sources to discover California history! Find photographs, documents, newspaper clippings, political cartoons, art, and other cultural artifacts.

Five Views: An Ethnic Site Historic Survey for California
An online book discussing the history of American Indians, Black Americans, Chinese Americans, Japanese Americans, and Mexican Americans in California.

California Indians

History of American Indians in California
This site highlights the history of Indians in California for more than 200 years. 

California Missions

California Missions
Featuring two histories for each of the twenty-one California Missions.

Directory of Missions, Pueblos, Ranchos, and More
Information about California missions, pueblos, ranchos, presidios, adobes, and more. Includes facts about their locations, histories and native people of the areas.

Fresno County

About Fresno County
Brief information about the geography, history, population, climate, and economy of Fresno County.