Mill Valley, CA
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About Mill Valley
- • Sam Rockwell, Academy Award-winning actor, spent part of his childhood in Mill Valley.
- • Tamalpie Pizza, a popular Bay Area pizza chain, originated in Mill Valley.
- • Lumber mills and redwood logging established Mill Valley in the mid-19th century.
- • Mill Valley has a secret staircase network totaling over 17 miles.
- • The Great Mill Valley Fire of 1929 destroyed much of the downtown area.
- • Named for its early sawmill, Mill Valley was incorporated in 1900.
- • With 14,231 residents, it's smaller than nearby Sausalito.
- • At 125 feet, the elevation offers views of Mount Tamalpais.
- • Many residents work in professional, scientific, and technical services.
- • A peaceful, bohemian vibe permeates the redwood-lined streets.
- • The Golden State Warriors, an NBA team, play nearby in San Francisco.
- • Mount Tamalpais hosted cross-country running championships in the 1970s.