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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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Rafaela Cota de Temple: Hija del Pais (Daughter of the Land)Â
In honor of International Women’s Day, we are highlighting the life story of Rafaela Cota de Temple. She was the wife of John Temple, who…
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Parent-Child Yoga in the Garden – Fall 2018
Stretch and strengthen in RLC’s private garden led by a certified yoga instructor. Beginners and experienced yogis are welcome. Please arrive early and bring a…
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Tevaaxa’nga (Te-vaah-ha-nga) to Today: Stories of the Tongva People
Tevaaxa’nga (Te-vaah-ha-nga) to Today: Stories of the Tongva People is an exhibit celebrating the history and culture of the Tongva (Gabrielino), who were the first…
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Rancho Los Cerritos Announces New Membership Program
This week, Rancho Los Cerritos unveiled its new membership program. Membership allows visitors to engage more deeply with the Rancho’s unique and valuable mission of bringing…
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Reading and Writing Essentials of the 19th and Early 20th Century
During the 19th and early 20th centuries, a variety of objects were used to compliment the activities of reading and writing. The Art Nouveau movement…
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Rancho Los Cerritos During the Great Depression
The Bixby family owned and operated Rancho Los Cerritos as a sheep ranch, starting in 1866. Sheep raising continued until at least 1886, but as…
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Keeping up with hair trends in the Victorian Era
It was very popular during the Victorian Era to make and wear jewelry out of a loved one’s hair. In Europe and the U.S., a…
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