RANCHO LOS ALAMITOS
6400 East Bixby Hill Road, Long Beach, CA 90815 DIRECTIONS
Since 1800
Here’s The Deal:
'Rancho Los Alamitos' has a continuous historical past of over 1500 years and represents many people. It originally included much of present-day eastern Long Beach, Los Alamitos and Rossmoor, and most of Seal Beach, Cypress, Stanton, and Garden Grove. It is 7.5 acres, a rare vestige of the original Los Coyotes 300,000-acre land concession granted to Manuel Nieto in 1790. The historic site is part of a significant Spanish land grant in 1784 and is now a museum with six agricultural houses. It contains a permanent exhibition, movie, and related program facilities that link audiences of the 21st century with California's compelling story. Rancho Los Cerritos offers free programs for cultural history which complement the curriculum for state social studies. It affords free entry and parking.
SPECIALTY:
Displays, Collections, Research, Tours, Educational Programs, Barns Area, Events, Garden Restoration, Rancho Center, Evolution of the Ranch House, Restoration of the Rancho, Gardens & Shop
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RANCHO LOS CERRITOS
4600 Virginia Road, Long Beach, CA 90807 DIRECTIONS
Since 1844
Here’s The Deal:
'Rancho Los Cerritos' was established in 1844, and it is the origin of Long Beach and former held 27,000 acres stretching from paramount to the pacific ocean. The two-story Monterey-style adobe is primarily furnished to reflect occupants and lifestyles from the 1860s to 1880s. It has collections that include more than 1,000 pieces of clothing and textiles-more than 1,100 historical photos of the ranch and its inhabitants. Archeological objects found on-site are also available. Rancho presents complimentary public tours during the open hours (Wed-Sun, 1-5 pm) and education programs for schoolchildren. It features one of the few remaining two-story adobes from the Mexican Rancho era in Southern California. Admission to Rancho Los Cerritos during public hours is always FREE.
SPECIALTY:
Building, Holiday and Special Events, Bird Watching, Day Camps, Notable Plants, Field Trip Application, Teacher Resources, Speakers Bureau and Outreach, Traveling Trunks, Garden, School & Youth Tours
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INTERNATIONAL TOWER
700 East Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA 90802 DIRECTIONS
Here’s The Deal:
'International Tower' is an iconic new, high-rise apartment building in Long Beach, CA, in the mid-century. The tower was initially constructed in 1965; the building contains one to three-bedroom units ranging from 880 to 2180 square feet. The building has 240 units in total and is located right across the street from the historic Villa Riviera building. The tower provides views from the Hollywood Hills to Newport Beach. The luxurious facilities include a 24-hour doorman, gym, and pool. In addition, it offers spectacular views of city lights, mountains, and peekaboo water. Enjoy the sunset from the master suite and stunning city lights.
SPECIALTY:
Fitness Center, Microwave, Association Pool, Built-in Electric Range and Double Oven, Ocean and City Views, Four Rooms with Walls of Glass & Historical Building