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The 1930s in Long Beach, California
The period of the 1930s in America was a tumultuous one. The nationwide economic crisis that resulted from the stock market crash in 1929 was…
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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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5 (Other) Famous 1844 Birthdays
If youโve been wondering why the year 1844 is being bandied about lately over here at Rancho Los Cerritos, then you havenโt heard the big…
Read MoreRLC Receives Priceless Donation from Bixby Descendants
Stephen Dudley, grandson of 1930s-era RLC owners Avis and Llewellyn Bixby, visited the site late in January to donate a document to our collection. The…
Read MoreRLC Seeks Volunteers
ย ย Are you looking for ways to help others and become more involved in your community? Whether you've got a few hours per week…
Read MoreRancho Los Cerritos Celebrates 175 Years
Rancho Los Cerritos, known for its well-preserved adobe, is turning 175 in 2019, and the year will be filled with a slate of special events…
Read MoreJustin 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…
Read MoreRLC 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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