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HISTORY & COMMUNITY

Palo Alto history and community

Palo Alto is in Santa Clara County, California. University Avenue and nearby streets offer restaurants and independent shops in central Palo Alto. This residential neighborhood lies alongside the Stanford area; Stanford itself is a separate neighboring community.

Ellwood P. Cubberley High School (1956–1979), located in Palo Alto, California

Palo Alto is in Santa Clara County, California. University Avenue and nearby streets offer restaurants and independent shops in central Palo Alto. This residential neighborhood lies alongside the Stanford area; Stanford itself is a separate neighboring community. Read the linked history sources for more context, then browse nearby restaurants and shops.

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Cultural stops in Palo Alto

Museums, galleries, theaters and landmarks from our directory, ordered by how many Google reviews each has. Check opening days before setting out.

Museum and cultural place

Palo Alto Art Center

Museum and cultural place · 1313 Newell Road

The city art center on Newell Road presents exhibitions and community arts programs.

Historic places in Palo Alto

National Register of Historic Places listings in the city, from Wikidata. Many are private property; view them from the street unless a site says it is open.

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Downtown Palo Alto

University Avenue and nearby streets offer restaurants and independent shops in central Palo Alto.

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