…We were! The Rancho was so excited to hear that we were featured in The Knot California for their spring/summer issue. The ceremony was beautiful and we couldn’t be happier that this wedding made history!
Guess who was published in The Knot?
Gallery By Rancho Staff Cermonies, Engagement Photos, Receptions, Uncategorized, Weddings Feb 13, 2017
Behind the Scenes of our Styled Shoot 2017
Gallery By Rancho Staff Cermonies, Engagement Photos, Receptions, Uncategorized, Weddings Feb 13, 2017
This past month we hosted our first Styled Shoot of 2017! It went so well and the vendors*, as well as the Rancho, had a great time. We will post the professional pictures soon, but in the meantime enjoy a couple of behind-the-scenes shots! *If you would like to know which vendors we worked[…]
Meet the Rancho Interns: Rosy
By Rancho Staff Job Opportunities Feb 06, 2017
A number of curatorial interns come through Rancho Los Cerritos’ green gates every semester, from colleges in Long Beach and across Southern California. At the Rancho, they help with preservation, documentation, and even the creation of exhibits. This month: meet Rosana Anguiano. Education info: BFA Drawing and Painting What led you to pursue an internship at the[…]
Romances at the Rancho
By Rancho Intern Upcoming Events Feb 06, 2017
Through the power of storytelling, Rancho Los Cerritos’ “Romances at the Rancho” will conjure up an evening that can be enjoyed by couples and individuals alike looking to treat themselves to an evening of light-hearted fun. “Romances at the Rancho” invites guests to a special after-hours, candlelight tour navigating through some of the greatest love[…]
In Honor of Lunar New Year, a Glimpse Into the Lives of Ah Ying and Ah Fan
By Rancho Staff history Jan 28, 2017
Rancho Los Cerritos is celebrating Chinese New Year by remembering the history of Chinese communities in Long Beach and southern California. The majority of Chinese men coming to California in the 19th century were from provinces experiencing economic turmoil, political unrest, and natural disasters. They were drawn first by the dream of striking it rich in[…]
Volunteering Makes the World Go Round
By Rancho Staff Upcoming Events, volunteers Jan 23, 2017
Erin Perkins has a busy job working in student relations at California State University, Long Beach. But that doesn’t keep her from being one of Rancho Los Cerritos’ most committed volunteers! A southern California native, Erin first began volunteering with the Rancho in 2009. That work kept her busy until she left California in 2013[…]
At Rancho Los Cerritos, Winter is for the Birds
By Rancho Staff Gardens Jan 12, 2017
Recently, friend of the Rancho Jerry Millett captured a wonderful photo of one of one of the museum’s winged visitors. These handsome, gregarious birds migrate to Southern California — and our Long Beach garden — timing their journey to the ripening of their preferred food source, berries. While they will consume insects, these birds are[…]
Plant of the Moment: January
By Rancho Staff Gardens Jan 04, 2017
Pink Powder Puff – Calliandra haematocephala Location: Backyard & Orchard This large evergreen shrub can be espalier as seen on the Orchard wall or allowed to grow into a large shrub that almost attains a small tree stature as in the backyard. Follow the perimeter walkway to the back wall and these powder puffs of[…]
Plant of the Moment: December
By Rancho Staff Gardens Dec 07, 2016
Our recently replanted Pink Florist Cyclamen (Cyclamen persicum), which is located in Rancho Los Cerritos’ backyard near our shade garden, is already in full color and brightening up the shady bed behind the Morton Bay Fig. We also have red and white varieties of Cyclamen, which will brighten up the shorter days of winter. Other[…]
Cocoa With Santa – New Spots Added
By Rancho Staff Upcoming Events Dec 07, 2016
Due to popular demand, we have added spots for our upcoming Cocoa with Santa events! Enjoy cocoa and treats, make crafts, listen to stories, and meet Santa. There are two dates available: Tuesday, Dec. 13 from 4-5:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17 from 11-12:30 p.m. Click the day of your choice, above, to purchase tickets. Tickets[…]