This October, Rancho Los Cerritos installed the third in a series of special exhibits in the library display case that commemorates the demisemiseptcentennial. (175th anniversary) of the adobe’s construction (built in 1844). This latest display focuses on the remodel of the adobe during the 1930s. Brice Burtness (pictured with the exhibit), RLC’s Fall 2019 Creative Long Beach intern[…]
Library Exhibit: The Bixbys’ 1930s Remodel
By Kristen Pincherli exhibits, history, Long Beach, rlc175 Oct 31, 2019
Library Exhibit: The Bixby Sheep Ranching Period 1866-1890
By Kristen Pincherli exhibits, history, rlc175 Jul 03, 2019
In late June, Rancho Los Cerritos installed the second in a series of special exhibits in the library display case that commemorates the demisemiseptcentennial. (175th anniversary) of the adobe’s construction (built in 1844). This latest display focuses on the time from John Temple’s sale of the Rancho to the Bixbys and the remarkably multi-cultural sheep[…]
Workshop: Clapper Stick Instruments
By Jennifer Rice Epstein Jun 15, 2019
Join us for a series of special events connected to our latest exhibit, “Tevaaxa’nga (Te-vaah-ha-nga) to Today: Stories of the Tongva People.” In this workshop, Tongva artist Craig Torres will guide participants in creating traditional clapper stick instruments from elderberry bush branches. This workshop is recommended for adults and children ages 8 and up. About[…]
Tongva Children’s Crafts
By Jennifer Rice Epstein Apr 27, 2019
Julia Bogany, a Tongva Tribal Councilmember, will lead a special workshop where children can make necklaces and learn a few Tongva words.
Library Exhibit: John Temple and the Temple Period 1844-1866
By Kristen Pincherli exhibits, history, rlc175 Apr 03, 2019
In mid-March, Rancho Los Cerritos’ Arts Council Intern Keila Rivera installed the latest special exhibit in the library display case. The exhibit focuses on John Temple and the cattle ranching period at RLC and is the first installation in a series of displays that will commemorate the demisemiseptcentennial (175th anniversary) of the Rancho adobe’s construction.[…]
Talk: The Pimu Catalina Archaeology Project
By Jennifer Rice Epstein Mar 16, 2019
In this talk, Tongva archaeologist Desireé Martinez will discuss the Pimu Catalina Archaeology Project and their work developing chronologies of Native Peoples across Catalina Island.
Indian Basketry in California
By Jennifer Rice Epstein Jan 26, 2019
Join us for a series of special events connected to our latest exhibit, “Tevaaxa’nga (Te-vaah-ha-nga) to Today: Stories of the Tongva People.” In this talk, Master Weaver and Ipay Elder Justin Farmer discusses the history and techniques of Indian basketry in California. Register online or pay at the door. About the Speaker Justin Farmer began collecting[…]
Behind the Scenes: Holiday Decor at RLC
By Jennifer Rice Epstein exhibits, history, Long Beach, Photos Dec 07, 2018
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 people who live in California in the 19th century. The Foreman’s Room – This room is set to look as though a father, employed at the Rancho, has turned his bedroom[…]
Altar on View at RLC in Celebration of Dia de Los Muertos
By Jennifer Rice Epstein exhibits, history, Long Beach, Visitor Information Oct 19, 2018
From October 19 through November 4, an altar outside the Visitor Center at Rancho Los Cerritos will honor some of the Rancho’s loved ones with pictures, sugar skulls, marigolds, and more. This will be the third year RLC has an Ofrenda; a project spearheaded by the Rancho’s Outreach Coordinator, Alana Reese. “My parents have both[…]
Exhibit Opening – Tevaaxa’nga (Tevahangna) to Today: Stories of the Tongva People
By Jennifer Rice Epstein Sep 28, 2018
“Tevaaxa’nga (Tevahangna) to Today: Stories of the Tongva People” opens with an evening reception on September 28, 2018 and will be on display for one year. The exhibit feature artifacts, images, and stories from the local Tongva (Gabrielino) community. The physical items are generous loans of personal and family objects. In addition to discussing the[…]
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