Rancho Los Alamitos Historic Ranch & Gardens

We are accepting applications for a paid, part-time Volunteer Coordinator position. For details, please see our website RanchoLosAlamitos.org. Interested applicants should send a COVER LETTER and RESUME before 5:00 PM on July 14, 2021 to [email protected].

It’s almost here! Cooking for a Crowd airs tomorrow, June 26th at 10 AM (PDT). You don’t want to miss this tasty event. It’s free, family-friendly, and rich in local history. Sign up at https://bit.ly/RLAcook. This project was made possible with support from California Humanities, a non-profit partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Visit www.calhum.org .

VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR Part-Time (20 hours/week) Non-Exempt Position reports to the Manager of Education & Public Engagement Compensation: $20/hour. ... Benefits include paid holidays, sick days, and participation in the Foundation’s retirement plan. The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for recruiting and organizing the Rancho’s volunteers, providing training, orientation, direction, scheduling, and record-keeping for all volunteer functions. The site’s volunteers are directly supervised by various members of RLA staff who provide additional, specialized training, depending on the individual volunteer’s assignment. The Volunteer Coordinator works with the staff to meet the staff volunteer needs. TO APPLY: Email a cover letter and resume as attachments to [Email hidden] the position title in the subject line; or submit a cover letter indicating the position you are applying for and resume to Katie Lowe, Manager of Education & Public Engagement, at Rancho Los Alamitos, 6400 East Bixby Hill Road, Long Beach, CA 90815. Please do not telephone or drop in without an appointment. Visiting and familiarizing oneself with the site before applying, however, is encouraged. The application deadline is 5:00 pm on Wednesday, July 14, 2021. See the full job description https://www.rancholosalamitos.org/

Mmmmm-good! Chef Alan of Willmore Baking Company will show us how to make oodles of snickerdoodles at Cooking for a Crowd this Saturday, June 26. Don’t miss this family-friendly virtual event. It’s free. Sign-up today to get the recipe and get the scoop. https://bit.ly/RLAcook. This project was made possible with support from California Humanities, a non-profit partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Visit www.calhum.org.

Join Chef Alan of the Willmore Baking Company for some cookie-baking and a virtual tour of a Rancho cook’s life at Cooking for a Crowd on Saturday, June 26 at 10 AM (PDT). It’s fun! It’s free! It’s family-friendly! Details at https://bit.ly/RLAcook. This project was made possible with support from California Humanities, a non-profit partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Visit www.calhum.org.

Areas of the Rancho Los Alamitos gardens and barnyard will reopen by reservation TODAY Wednesday, February 17. Health and safety regulations remain in place, including mask-wearing and physical distancing. Reserve a free ticket for your self-guided walking tour. Email [email protected] or visit our website for reservations and full details. We look forward to welcoming our old friends and first-time guests back to the Rancho! #RanchoLosAlamitos #rainbow #staysafe #museumsformasks #socialdistancing #coronavirus

Happy Valentine’s Day to you and yours. Visit our GOATS, you crazy KIDS when the Rancho reopens this Wednesday, February 17 by appointment. Wear a mask, keep your distance. Reserve your free tickets by email [email protected] or on our website. #staysafe #museumsformasks #socialdistancing #coronavirus

Water has always been of keen interest to occupants of Rancho Los Alamitos. In keeping with Fred Bixby’s tradition, David Quinn measures and records rainfall, then cleans the rain gauge after each rain at the Rancho. Fred had a similar rain gauge that was monitored, and results recorded. #waterconservation #waterislife #sustainability #environment

Rancho Los Alamitos operates within the Long Beach Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine (PRM). This survey is a chance for you to weigh in on priorities for your LB parks. Your participation will help the City PRM prioritize, organize, and invest in our community spaces. http://ow.ly/zoC850DylyP

NOTE: December 3, 2020 - The Rancho will be closed today due to high winds and smoke.

Make a reservation today for a special holiday walk around the Rancho’s grounds on Saturday, December 12! Enjoy the outdoors, learn about historic holiday traditions with a scavenger hunt, and collect festive craft activities to do safely at home. Families with young children are encouraged to attend. Your safety is our priority: numbers are limited, entry times are staggered to ensure physical distancing, and scavenger hunt and craft pick-up are contactless. For details and reservations, visit https://rancholosalamitos.org/events.html.

Be safe. Shop small. Shop local. Our museum shop is open with your safety in mind. Find unique items for your holiday gift-giving and support the Rancho at the same time. Barn Raiser level members receive a 15% discount. Wednesday Sunday, 12:30 pm 4:30 pm. #museumstoresunday #beapatron #shopmuseumstores #iamapatron #patronofculture

"There are nights when the wolves are silent and only the moon howls." George Carlin The seasons are changing, and starting tomorrow on Sunday, November 1, our open hours will be 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Please make a reservation to take a stroll around our historic (sometimes spooky) grounds during these new hours. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Avoid crowded shopping centers and their endless parking lots. Find unique items for everyone on your holiday gift list at the Rancho's charming gift shop. Every purchase RLA members at the Barn Raiser level get a 15% discount! Wednesday Sunday, 12:30 pm 4:30 pm through December 20th.

You know the importance of supporting local cultural institutions, especially during the pandemic. Shop safely at the Rancho Los Alamitos gift shop. Our carefully curated offerings will solve your holiday shopping woes, and each purchase supports the Rancho's educational mission. Convenient, free parking. Wednesday Sunday, 12:30 pm 4:30 pm. #museumstoresunday #beapatron #shopmuseumstores #iamapatron #patronofculture

I love Halloween, and I love that feeling: the cold air, the spooky dangers lurking around the corner. Evan Peters Visit Rancho Los Alamitos if you dare! Beginning Sunday, Nov 1 our 2020 Winter Hours are 12:30 - 4:30 pm. Photo credit: Camp Wells Russell.

November 29 is Museum Store Sunday! Shop safely at the Rancho Los Alamitos gift shop. Our carefully curated offerings will solve your holiday shopping woes, and each purchase supports the Rancho's educational mission. Convenient, free parking. This week the store is open Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday, 12:30 pm 4:30 pm. #museumstoresunday #beapatron #shopmuseumstores #iamapatron #patronofculture

Happy Halloween from our Stallion Barn! The seasons are changing, and starting on Sunday, November 1, our open hours will be 12:30 to 4:30 PM. Make a reservation to take a stroll around our historic grounds during these new hours. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Thank you, Laura Ann Nelson! Shop small. Shop local. Shop at Rancho Los Alamitos gift shop!

Why do demons and ghouls always hang out together? (Because demons are a ghoul’s best friend.) You’ll love the unique collection of Halloween goodies on display and for sale at our newly reopened outdoor gift shop. You can browse and purchase in the safety of the Rancho’s carefully crafted COVID-19 protocols. Open 1 pm 5 pm, Wednesday through Sunday. Proceeds from gift shop sales support our educational mission. #RanchoLosAlamitos #COVIDSafe

We witch you a Happy Halloween! Stop in for a spell and shop in the Rancho’s safe, outdoor gift shop. Support the Rancho and stop by during our open hours (1-5 pm, Wednesday through Sunday) to browse our unique offerings. Proceeds from gift shop sales support our educational mission. #RanchoLosAlamitos #COVIDSafe

Our gift shop has reopened! A curated selection of items will be available for purchase outdoors to ensure everyone’s safety. Support the Rancho and stop by during our open hours (1-5 pm, Wednesday through Sunday) to browse our unique offerings. Proceeds from gift shop sales support our educational mission. #RanchoLosAlamitos #COVIDSafe

Thank you, John Hancock Family Fndn! Postponing our two annual fundraising events due to the pandemic has created hardships. We offer our most sincere thanks to the organizations and individuals who converted their sponsorships of the Cottonwood Award Luncheon to donations.

Thank you, Toyota Tsusho America! Postponing our two annual fundraising events due to the pandemic has created hardships. We offer our most sincere thanks to the organizations and individuals who converted their sponsorships of the Cottonwood Award Luncheon to donations.

Thank you, Frank & Donna Skinner! Postponing our two annual fundraising events due to the pandemic has created hardships. We offer our most sincere thanks to the organizations and individuals who converted their sponsorships of the Cottonwood Award Luncheon to donations.

Thank you, Gloria Deukmejian! Postponing our two annual fundraising events due to the pandemic has created hardships. We offer our most sincere thanks to the organizations and individuals who converted their sponsorships of the Cottonwood Award Luncheon to donations.

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Thank you, Signal Hill Petroleum! Postponing our two annual fundraising events due to the pandemic has created hardships. We offer our most sincere thanks to the organizations and individuals who converted their sponsorships of the Cottonwood Award Luncheon to donations. #shpi