Claremont, California

Claremont is a city located in Los Angeles County, California, USA, about 45 kilometers (30 miles) east of downtown Los Angeles at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains. Claremont is known for its seven academic institutions and several unique retirement communities. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 33,998.

Civic institutions

The Claremont Colleges include Pomona College, Claremont McKenna College, Scripps College, Harvey Mudd College, Pitzer College, Keck Graduate Institute, Claremont Graduate University, and Claremont School of Theology. Retirement communities include Pilgrim Place, Claremont Manor and Mt. San Antonio Gardens. The Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden contains a major collection of Californian plants.

Related Topics:
Claremont Colleges - Pomona College - Claremont McKenna College - Scripps College - Harvey Mudd College - Pitzer College - Keck Graduate Institute - Claremont Graduate University - Claremont School of Theology - Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden

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