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Cupertino, California

Located in Santa Clara County, California, Cupertino was established in 1955. Apple's global headquarters Apple Park is in Cupertino. Apple was founded in a Cupertino garage in 1976.
Founded 1955 | Population 60,000 | Peak 60,000 (2024) | County Santa Clara County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Cupertino, California

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1942Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Cupertino's identity and economy.
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1955Founded: Cupertino was founded in Santa Clara County.
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1976Apple: Apple founded in Cupertino.
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1976Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Cupertino's character and economy.
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2017Apple Park: Apple Park campus opens.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1942 Government
Military Presence
1955 Culture
Founded
1976 Business
Apple
1976 Culture
Higher Education
2017 Business
Apple Park

Did You Know?

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Apple's global headquarters Apple Park is in Cupertino.
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Apple was founded in a Cupertino garage in 1976.
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Named for St. Joseph of Cupertino, patron saint of aviators.
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Cupertino is located in Santa Clara County, California.
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Cupertino was founded in 1955.

Famous People from Cupertino, California

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Aaron Eckhart
Actor, Film Producer · Born Mar 12, 1968 · Age 57
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Bryan Mantia
Drummer · Born Feb 4, 1963 · Age 63
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Kurt Rambis
Basketball Player, Basketball Coach · Born Feb 25, 1958 · Age 67
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Fred Sablan
Musician, Guitarist · Born Apr 28, 1970 · Age 55
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