California Academy of Sciences: Quick Facts

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Also Known As	CAS
Date	1853 - present
Areas Of Involvement	science

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The California Academy of Sciences building with a green roof covered in plants and several rounded mounds, surrounded by landscaped gardens in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco.

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