Valentine’s Day cards from the Victorian era reflect the style and sensibilities of that period. They also indicate the new technological innovations of the time that enabled the mass production of beautiful and intricate cards. During the 1850s and 1860s, American cards began to include more embellishments like paper lace, embossing, and multi-layered designs. During[…]
“Post” Cards: Valentine’s Day Cards from the Victorian Era to Early Twentieth Century
By Rancho Staff history Feb 07, 2018
Panel Discussions: Labor Issues. This year we are presenting three moderated panels featuring experts on labor and workers’ rights issues of the past and present. Come take part in discussions with labor scholars, activists, and organizers on topics relating to the experience of workers that will enlighten and encourage participants to make connections between history[…]
Now Hiring: PAID Marketing Intern
By Rancho Staff Job Opportunities Jan 11, 2018
Marketing Intern Job Title: Intern: Marketing Hours: 12 hour per week Compensation: $15 per hour Application Deadline: January 31, 2018 Eligibility and Qualifications: The ideal marketing intern would be a college student or recent graduate who is looking for a career in nonprofit communications. Due to the small size of the museum, the intern[…]
Digital Marketing Internship – PAID
By Rancho Staff Job Opportunities Jan 10, 2018
Job Title: Digital Marketing Intern Hours: 12 hour per week Compensation: $15 per hour Application Deadline: January 31, 2018 Eligibility and Qualifications: The ideal digital marketing intern would be a college student or recent graduate who is looking for a career in website development or nonprofit communications. Due to the small size of the[…]
Holiday Festivities Kick off This Weekend at RLC; Continue Through December
By Rancho Staff Events, Long Beach, Upcoming Events Nov 30, 2017
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Rancho Los Cerritos! The historic home has been decorated with period-specific materials, from the fresh evergreen garland along the staircase to the gift boxes in the master bedroom and charity baskets in the food storage room. Our house tours (Wednesdays through Sunday, 1-5pm, free) will expand[…]
Rare Bird Seen at Rancho Los Cerritos
By Rancho Staff Long Beach, Photos Nov 29, 2017
Bird-watchers saw a gorgeous “Harlan’s” subspecies of red-tailed hawk on our November count at Rancho Los Cerritos in Long Beach, California. Originally thought to be a Zone-tailed hawk, the bird was later identified by Kimball Garrett, Ornithology Collections Manager at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (and the final word on bird ID)[…]
Best of 2017 Weddings & Events
By Rancho Staff Cermonies, Engagement Photos, Events, Receptions, Weddings Nov 17, 2017
The Rancho was a part of some beautiful weddings and events this year and we wanted to share our favorite photos from 2017! Check out the past weddings and events we have helped host for inspiration. For more information on booking, contact our development office at 562-206-2055 or rancho@rancholoscerritos.org Photo credits: @anyakernes photography and Mark Martinez Photography A mother[…]
Graphic Design Internship (Paid)
By Rancho Staff Job Opportunities, Long Beach Nov 16, 2017
EXPLORE A CAREER IN GRAPHIC DESIGN POSITION: Graphic Design Internship HOURS: Approximately 125 hours between December 4, 2017, and January 12, 2018 COMPENSATION: $15/hour Rancho Los Cerritos Historic Site is preparing to launch a new educational outreach initiative, “Long Ago in Long Beach.” The goal of this program is to expose young[…]
Museum Educator – “Long Ago in Long Beach” Outreach Program
By Rancho Staff Job Opportunities, Long Beach Nov 16, 2017
EXPLORE A CAREER IN MUSEUM EDUCATION POSITION: Museum Educator – “Long Ago in Long Beach” Outreach Program HOURS: Approximately 12-18 hours per week, January 8 through June 8, 2018 COMPENSATION: $15/hour Rancho Los Cerritos Historic Site is launching a new educational outreach initiative, “Long Ago in Long Beach.” The goal of this[…]
A Look Back at the Stardusk Dinner Dance
By Rancho Staff Events, Long Beach, Photos Oct 26, 2017
More than 150 people gathered in the moonlight on Sunday, Oct. 22, for the Stardusk Dinner Dance. The event raised funds for Rancho Los Cerritos’ award-winning educational programs. Thank you to everyone who attended for supporting RLC and making this evening special!