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California State Parks Considering Name Change For Negro Bar In Folsom

It's now a popular summer spot with boaters and swimmers, but Negro Bar State Park and the Gold Rush town of Folsom has a long history.

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By Laura HaefeliJune From CBS Sacramento:

FOLSOM (CBS13) — Folsom is home to a unique piece of California’s history and the recent re-examination of names, titles, and statues has made its way to the historic town.

It’s now a popular summer spot with boaters and swimmers, but Negro Bar State Park and the Gold Rush town of Folsom has a long history that pre-dates California becoming a state.

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