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Seminary is a friendly neighborhood located in the East Oakland part of Oakland, California. It sits just north of the Elmhurst neighborhood. Seminary is well-known for being very close to Mills College, a famous school. The neighborhood's ZIP code is 94621.

Discovering Seminary: A Neighborhood in Oakland

Seminary is a vibrant area in Oakland, California. It offers a mix of homes and community spaces. This neighborhood is a great example of how different parts of a city connect.

Where is Seminary Located?

The Seminary neighborhood is found in the eastern section of Oakland. It shares borders with other neighborhoods, like Elmhurst to its south. Its location makes it easy to reach different parts of the city.

How Seminary Got Its Name

The name "Seminary" comes from Mills College. This college is a big part of the neighborhood's history. Long ago, Mills College was known as "The Young Ladies' Seminary." The main street that runs through the area, Seminary Avenue, was the main path from the bay to the college. This is how the neighborhood and its main road got their names.

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Entrance to Mills College, Seminary Avenue
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