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Rafaela Cota de Temple:ย Hijaย delย Paisย (Daughter of theย Land)ย
In honor of International Womenโs Day, we are highlighting the life story of Rafaela Cota de Temple. She was the wife of John Temple, who…
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Plant of the Moment: Ceanothus โConcha.โ It is Ceanothus season at RLC! One of Californiaโs most beloved native shrubs, RLCโs Ceanothus are a hybrid varietal…
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RLC 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…
Read MoreMeet the Interns: Name and Title: Andreyina Juarez, Getty Curatorial Intern
What led you to pursue an internship at the Rancho? Growing up I had volunteered and worked in different museums around Los Angeles County.…
Read MoreStatus, 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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