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African-American History at Rancho Los Cerritos and Southern California
Black people contributed to shaping the region we now know as Southern California. Their history has often been erased due to a lack of emphasis…
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The Artisan Collection & Legacy Collection
The Rancho Los Cerritos museum shop is full of one-of-a-kind products. These products are hand made by local artisans and volunteers. These hand-made products belong…
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A Walk to Remember: Couple Shares Special Stroll at RLC
Judith Navarro and Jeffery Thomas spent their 8-year dating anniversary at Rancho Los Cerritos on December 5, 2018. Thanks to help from a variety of…
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Bird Lovers Flock to RLC this Valentine’s Day for Monthly Bird Walk
Rancho Los Cerritos’ February Bird Walk is this Thursday, February 14th, from 8-9:30 a.m. (weather-permitting). Mating season is coming, and we already see pairs of…
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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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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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