Oakland, City in California
Oakland is the eighth-largest city in California and the county seat of Alameda County.
Founded in 1852, Oakland is known for its history with activism and politics and served a significant role in both the civil rights movement and labor rights movement.
Renowned for its exceptionally diverse community, Oakland offers vibrant arts scenes including music, theater, sports and nightlife.
Oakland features one of the highest numbers of artists per capita in the United States.
Known as 'the Bright Side of the Bay', Oakland has more than 50 distinct neighborhoods.
Location: Alameda County
Inception: 1852
Population: 440646
Website: oaklandca.gov
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap