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Our Staff Members
The Leonis Adobe Association is dedicated to the continued preservation of the Leonis Adobe Museum designated as Los Angeles City Cultural Landmark #1, an 1880s working ranch related to California's yesteryears. The Leonis Adobe Association links people today with the past through public, educational and organizational programs developed to experience California history.Mission Statement
The Leonis Adobe Museum is a historical monument and living history museum dedicated to restoring, preserving, and sharing California ranch life in the late 1880's.
The Leonis Adobe Association is pleased to announce the 2009-2010 Staff Members.
Diane Ramadan - Ranch, Facility & Museum Manager
diane@leonisadobemuseum.org
diane@leonisadobemuseum.org
Mrs. Ramadan joined the Leonis Adobe staff in February of 2006 as the Ranch Manager. She has extensive knowledge of ranching and livestock that began with 4-H experience as a child. Her love of animals has been a constant theme throughout her life.
As an accomplished rider, she won numerous equestrian events in both English and Western competitions. In 1979, Diane moved to Ireland to prepare for the 1980 Summer Olympics. When the Olympics were boycotted, she stayed in Ireland and competed internationally in show jumping, dressage and three day events for the next five years.
Diane later managed several prestigious horse breeding farms in the U.S. before turning her attention to veterinary medicine. As a veterinary technician for a large animal hospital she managed the laboratory and barn and assisted with surgery.
Diane's love of history, antiques and art make her a natural fit for the Leonis Adobe Museum.
As an accomplished rider, she won numerous equestrian events in both English and Western competitions. In 1979, Diane moved to Ireland to prepare for the 1980 Summer Olympics. When the Olympics were boycotted, she stayed in Ireland and competed internationally in show jumping, dressage and three day events for the next five years.
Diane later managed several prestigious horse breeding farms in the U.S. before turning her attention to veterinary medicine. As a veterinary technician for a large animal hospital she managed the laboratory and barn and assisted with surgery.
Diane's love of history, antiques and art make her a natural fit for the Leonis Adobe Museum.
Doris Butler - Manager of Visitor Services
doris@leonisadobemuseum.org
doris@leonisadobemuseum.org
For more than ten years Doris Butler has been an outstanding employee at the Leonis Adobe Museum. She started her Leonis Adobe career as a part-time docent aspiring to help serve her community. She now holds the position of Manager of Guest Services that includes Docent Coordinator and Gift Shop Manager.
Katy Finley - Administrative Assistant
katy@leonisadobemuseum.org
katy@leonisadobemuseum.org
Katy has been working part-time at the Leonis Adobe as an Administrative Assistant since March of 2007. She is a full-time student currently attending Moorpark College where she will be receiving her Associates Degree this summer. She will be transferring to California State University Channel Islands in fall of 2008 as an English major.
Charlotte Stehlik - Membership Facilitator
charlotte@leonisadobemuseum.org
charlotte@leonisadobemuseum.org
Charlotte first came to the Adobe on a school tour with her special needs students. She retired in 2004 and joined the Adobe as a docent in September of that year. In addition to her work as a docent, Charlotte works part time in our office heading our membership. When you join us for one of our events please stop by the membership table and say hello to Charlotte.
Karen Cusack - Staff Assistant
karen@leonisadobemuseum.org
karen@leonisadobemuseum.org
Karen joined the Leonis Adobe staff in October of this year. She will be working with us as a docent and also assisting in the office. She has been at home with her family for the past few years but has extensive administrative experience. In addition to working as a volunteer with various charitable organizations, Karen has worked primarily in Human Resources and Employee Training and Development. Her love of history, organization and working with children make her a welcome addition to the staff. Karen has lived in the San Fernando Valley her entire life and currently resides in West Hills with her family.
Michelle Covello - Museum Technician
michelle@leonisadobemuseum.org
michelle@leonisadobemuseum.org
Michelle started at the Leonis Adobe in 2008 as a student intern through Moorpark College. After receiving her A.A. in Archaeology, she joined the Adobe staff as Museum Technician. Michelle's work with the historical photographs, documents and artifacts in the Leonis Adobe collection is a perfect match with her interests in history, archaeology and research. Her role at the museum is vital to maintaining and preserving the rich history of the Leonis Adobe. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Michelle, her husband and two children have lived in nearby Hidden Hills since 1989.
Jesus Puente - Caretaker
Jesus Puentes has been our resident caretaker since 1983. He has helped reconstruct, build and repair almost everything on the museum grounds. After the 1994 earthquake he helped make new adobe bricks from the yard. Jesus considers the Adobe his home, and the museum is grateful to have the grounds in such dedicated and loyal hands.
Martin Hernandez - Groundskeeper
Martin joined our staff in November of 2008. Martin has extensive experience in construction as well as landscaping. As our groundskeeper Martin maintains the Calabasas Creek Park . Martin also assists with our livestock.
Ulysses Ortiz - Groundskeeper
Coming Soon!
LEONIS ADOBE GRAPEVINE
Visiting... With Huell Howser
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The Leonis Adobe was featured on the PBS series California Gold: Visiting... With Huell Howser. Check your local programming guide for re-runs!
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Monday, March 01, 2010
Palmdale Learning Plaza | All Day
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Tuesday, March 02, 2010
Arroyo West | All Day
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Wednesday, March 03, 2010
Sherman Oaks | @ 9:30am
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Thursday, March 04, 2010
LeMay | All Day
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Friday, March 05, 2010
Sherman Oaks | All Day
Lanai Road Elementry | @ 11:00am
Lanai Road Elementry | @ 11:00am
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Monday, March 08, 2010
NO TOURS | All Day
Kester Ave | @ 10:45am
Kester Ave | @ 10:45am
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Tuesday, March 09, 2010
Palisades | All Day
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Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Roscoe School | @ 9:30am
Lani Rd Elementry | @ 11:00am
Lani Rd Elementry | @ 11:00am
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Thursday, March 11, 2010
Darby Ave | @ 9:30am
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Friday, March 12, 2010
St. Rita | All Day
Roscoe | @ 10:45am
Roscoe | @ 10:45am
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Monday, March 15, 2010
Justice Street School | All Day
Docent Meeting | @ 11:00am
Docent Meeting | @ 11:00am
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Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Brawerman & Temple Isreal | All Day
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Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Wilshire Park | All Day
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Thursday, March 18, 2010
Marquez Charter | All Day
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Friday, March 19, 2010
Garret | All Day
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Saturday, March 20, 2010
Red Hats | @ 1:30pm
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Monday, March 22, 2010
St. Martin of Tours | All Day
Kester Ave | @ 11:00am
Kester Ave | @ 11:00am
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Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Walnut Canyon | @ 9:00am
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Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Walnut Canyon | @ 9:30am
Beethoven School | All Day
Beethoven School | All Day
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Thursday, March 25, 2010
Dixie Canyon | All Day
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Friday, March 26, 2010
Dixie Canyon | All Day
Balboa | @ 11:00am
Balboa | @ 11:00am
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Saturday, March 27, 2010
Spring Fling | @ 1:00pm
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Monday, March 29, 2010
St. John | All Day
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Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Palmdale | All Day
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Wednesday, March 31, 2010
San Antonio | All Day
