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The 1930s in Long Beach, California
The period of the 1930s in America was a tumultuous one. The nationwide economic crisis that resulted from the stock market crash in 1929 was…
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April Garden Updates
Plant of the Moment: the Wisteria sinensis. The Wisteria, which is native to the eastern half of China, is blooming and just about at its…
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Justin Farmer Weaves History at RLC
On January 26th, Rancho Los Cerritos was honored to host special guest and Ipay elder Justin Farmer, who was here to discuss and demonstrate the…
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RLC Memories
As Rancho Los Cerritos enters its 175th year, we are collecting memories from visitors. Long Beach resident and retired teacher Carol Clark shares remembrances, and…
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Meet the Interns: Name and Title: Andreyina Juarez, Getty Curatorial Intern
What led you to pursue an internship at the Rancho? Growing up I had volunteered and worked in different museums around Los Angeles County.…
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Status, Style, and Culture: Interpretation of the 1870s Parlor and the 1931 Living Room
During the Victorian era, the parlor was the front room of every middle and high-class homes and for some, used exclusively to receive and entertain…
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Behind the Scenes: Holiday Decor at RLC
Every year, dozens of volunteers transform Rancho Los Cerritos' historic house and gardens for the holidays. Each room tells a story about the traditions of…
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Port Grants Rancho Los Cerritos $1M for Innovative Water Recapture Program
Rancho Los Cerritos has been awarded $1 million from the Port of Long Beach for a multifaceted water conservation program called “Looking Back to Advance…
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