Southern California has a wide range of winter holiday celebrations that are reflective of the diverse peoples, cultures, and communities that make up the US. Some of the holidays celebrated at Rancho Los Cerritos before it became a historic site were Christmas and New Years. Las Posadas and Hanukkah are some other winter holidays that[…]
Winter Holidays in Southern California 1784-1940
By Christa Weston history Dec 08, 2021
What is Juneteenth?
By Sarah Wolk FitzGerald Events, history Jun 18, 2020
Juneteenth is celebrated on June 19th to commemorate the ending of slavery in the United States. The holiday dates back to June 19, 1865 when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas with news that the Civil War had ended and that enslaved people were free. This was two and a half years after Abraham Lincoln’s[…]
Candlelight Tour
By Christa Weston Dec 14, 2019
Experience a century of holiday traditions, as you stroll the Rancho by candlelight and encounter costumed characters from the Rancho’s colorful past preparing for the holidays. Guided tours start every 15 minutes and last approximately 45 minutes, concluding with festive holiday music and treats in the backyard. $20 general admission $15 for members. Members,[…]
Home for the Holidays at RLC
By Christa Weston Dec 08, 2019
Previously known as the “Old Time Christmas Festival”… Discover the history and traditions of 19th century Christmas celebrations, meet Santa, listen to holiday music, make old-fashioned crafts, enjoy food, and see the Rancho beautifully decorated for the holidays. $5/person. Tickets online or at the door. *Please Note: Due to priced ticketing access to the site today,[…]
Cocoa with Santa – SOLD OUT
By Christa Weston Dec 07, 2019
Enjoy delicious cocoa and treats, make holiday crafts, enjoy stories, and meet Santa and Mrs. Claus. Ticket are sold out. Please join us for Home for the Holidays at Rancho Los Cerritos if you would like to visit with Santa and see the house decorated for the holidays.
Cocoa with Santa – SOLD OUT
By Christa Weston Dec 06, 2019
Enjoy delicious cocoa and treats, make holiday crafts, enjoy stories, and meet Santa and Mrs. Claus. Ticket are sold out. Please join us for Home for the Holidays at Rancho Los Cerritos if you would like to visit with Santa and see the house decorated for the holidays.
Enjoy delicious cocoa and treats, make holiday crafts, enjoy stories, and meet Santa and Mrs. Claus. Ticket are sold out. Please join us for Home for the Holidays at Rancho Los Cerritos if you would like to visit with Santa and see the house decorated for the holidays. There is currently a wait list[…]
Behind the Scenes: Holiday Decor at RLC
By Rancho Staff 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[…]