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    Local Landmarks & Heritage

    Clinton Square Park, Clinton Neighborhood Center

    Neighborhood History

    Clinton takes its name from Clinton Park, itself named in honor of DeWitt Clinton — a prominent 19th-century New York politician and champion of public infrastructure. Founded around 1877, Clinton developed as a waterfront suburb south of Lake Merritt, home to merchants and shipyard workers during Oakland's maritime boom years.

    The neighborhood's early character was shaped by industrialization and the waves of immigration that followed, leaving behind Victorian streetscapes that still line many of Clinton's blocks today. Clinton Square Park and the historic Clinton Neighborhood Center remain the community's most enduring gathering points.

    Clinton's evolution into a lively, multicultural community — one that honors its past while embracing its future — is the story behind MY-NHD's Clinton collection, made for the people who keep this neighborhood's spirit alive.

    MY-NHD

    Clinton - Oakland - Unisex Cotton Tee

    Clinton - Oakland - Unisex Cotton Tee

    $29.95 CAD
    $29.95 CAD
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    Clinton is a historic East Oakland neighborhood with deep roots in the city's working-class heritage. Named after DeWitt Clinton, the neighborhood developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as Oakland expanded eastward, attracting families drawn by affordable housing and proximity to industry and transit. Clinton Park, the neighborhood's green anchor, has long served as a gathering place for residents. Over the decades, Clinton has evolved into a diverse, resilient community that reflects the broader story of East Oakland — hardworking, proud, and full of character.

    Crafted from 100% US cotton, this heavy cotton tee features a structured yet soft feel that works across all seasons. The unisex fit offers a comfortable and flattering silhouette for all body types. Whether you're still walking your old block or just looking for a way to keep a piece of Oakland with you wherever you go, this shirt makes that connection visible and personal.

    • A comfy, relaxed wear
    • Sizes from S–5XL
    • Choose your color!
    • Sizing chart at the end of the product images
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