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The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens

San Marino, California

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The Huntington Library is home to one of only 21 complete Gutenberg Bibles in the world, printed in the 1450s.

The Huntington's Japanese Garden, established in 1912, is one of the oldest and most celebrated in the United States.

The Desert Garden at The Huntington is a sprawling 10-acre oasis featuring one of the world's largest collections of desert plants.

The Huntington Art Museum proudly displays Thomas Gainsborough's iconic painting, 'The Blue Boy,' a masterpiece of 18th-century portraiture.

Henry E. Huntington, who founded The Huntington, was a key figure in the development of Southern California's railroads in the early 20th century.

The Huntington's Shakespeare Garden features plants mentioned in the Bard's plays, offering a botanical journey through Elizabethan literature.

The Huntington Library's rare book collection includes manuscripts, maps, and photographs, making it a treasure trove for history buffs.

The Huntington's Chinese Garden, Liu Fang Yuan, is a stunning 15-acre landscape inspired by traditional Chinese garden design.

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