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Novato, California

Located in Marin County, California, Novato was established in 1960. Northernmost city in Marin County. Buck Institute for Research on Aging is the only independent research institute focused solely on aging.
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Founded 1960 | Population 54,000 | Peak 54,000 (2024) | County Marin County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Novato, California

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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Novato's identity and economy.
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1960 Founded: Novato was founded with Spanish colonial roots in Marin County.
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1974 Buck Center: Buck Institute for Research on Aging.
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2010 Modern Era: Novato continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Latest News in Novato

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Complete Historical Timeline

1942 Government
Military Presence
1960 Culture
Founded
1974 Science
Buck Center
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Northernmost city in Marin County.
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Buck Institute for Research on Aging is the only independent research institute focused solely on aging.
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Former Hamilton Air Force Base site.
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Novato was founded in 1960.
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Novato has a population of approximately 54,000.

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Michael B. Donley
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