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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.
he 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.
The Leonis Adobe Association is pleased to announce the 2011-2012 Staff Members.
Diane Ramadan - Museum Director
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.
Michele Fischer - Administrative Assistant
michele@leonisadobemuseum.org
michele@leonisadobemuseum.org
Michele Fischer has lived in Los Angeles (presently in Agoura Hills) for 13 years. A history buff, Michele is involved in Civil War reenacting and has a love for ranch life in the 1800's. Originally from Baltimore, Maryland (where she indulged in American Revolution history and reenacting), she grew up a Navy brat and has lived abroad in the Philippines and England where she learned the history of the UK. With a flare for acting, Michele may occasionally be seen around the Adobe dressed up as "Marcelina Leonis" to introduce the Leonis homestead to tour groups.
Charlotte Stehlik - Community Liaison
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 guide in September of that year. In addition to her work as a guide, 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 - School Tour Supervisor
karen@leonisadobemuseum.org
karen@leonisadobemuseum.org
Karen joined the Leonis Adobe staff in October 2009. She will be working with us as a school tour supervisor 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 - Curator
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.
Ulises Ortiz - Groundskeeper
Ulises joined the Leonis Adobe staff in April 2009 as Museum Groundskeeper. As an integral part of the museum staff, Ulises helps take care of our many animals as well as the museum grounds. In his spare time, Ulises enjoys spending time with his son.
LEONIS ADOBE GRAPEVINE
California Tribal Gathering
At the Chumash Village in the Calabasas Creek Park
At the Chumash Village in the Calabasas Creek Park
Saturday, May 19, 2012
12:00PM - 6:00PM
12:00PM - 6:00PM
Native American Singers
Storytellers
Cultural Displays
Taco Cart & Beverages
* Admission Does Not Include Taco Cart & Beverages
* Admission Does Not Include Taco Cart & Beverages
Members: $3
$1 for Children Under 12
Non-Members: $5
$3 for Children Under 12
$1 for Children Under 12
Non-Members: $5
$3 for Children Under 12
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Tuesday, May 01, 2012
St. Martin of Tours | @ 9:30am
St. Nicholas | @ 9:30am
Museum Closed | All Day
St. Nicholas | @ 9:30am
Museum Closed | All Day
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Wednesday, May 02, 2012
St. Rita's School | @ 9:30am
Holy Martyrs | @ 9:30am
Holy Martyrs | @ 9:30am
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Thursday, May 03, 2012
Our Lady of Lourdes | @ 9:30am
St. Joseph the Worker School | @ 9:30am
St. Joseph the Worker School | @ 9:30am
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Friday, May 04, 2012
Miller Elementary | @ 9:30am
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Monday, May 07, 2012
Lang Ranch | @ 9:30am
Museum Closed | All Day
Museum Closed | All Day
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Tuesday, May 08, 2012
Washinton Elementary | @ 9:30am
Concordia School | @ 9:30am
Museum Closed | All Day
Concordia School | @ 9:30am
Museum Closed | All Day
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Wednesday, May 09, 2012
Beethoven Street Elementary | @ 9:30am
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Thursday, May 10, 2012
St. Charles Borromeo | @ 9:30am
Bethany Christian School | @ 9:30am
Bethany Christian School | @ 9:30am
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Friday, May 11, 2012
Ocotillo Elementary | @ 9:30am
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Sunday, May 13, 2012
Mother's Day | All Day
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Monday, May 14, 2012
Glenwood Elementary | @ 9:30am
Museum Closed | All Day
Museum Closed | All Day
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Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Polytechnic School | @ 9:30am
Museum Closed | All Day
Museum Closed | All Day
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Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Sendak Elem. | @ 9:30am
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Thursday, May 17, 2012
Sendak Elem. | @ 9:30am
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Friday, May 18, 2012
Ocotillo Elementary | @ 9:30am
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Saturday, May 19, 2012
Armed Forces Day | All Day
California Tribal Gathering | @ 12:00pm
California Tribal Gathering | @ 12:00pm
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Monday, May 21, 2012
Hoover Elementary | @ 9:30pm
Museum Closed | All Day
Museum Closed | All Day
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Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Sacred Heart School, Lancaster | @ 9:30am
Museum Closed | All Day
Museum Closed | All Day
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Lucille J. Smith School | @ 9:30am
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Thursday, May 24, 2012
Edison Elem. | @ 9:30am
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Friday, May 25, 2012
Hamlin Street School | @ 9:30am
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Monday, May 28, 2012
Memorial Day | All Day
Museum Closed | All Day
Museum Closed | All Day
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Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Professional Development | @ 9:30am
Gardener Street Elementary | @ 9:30am
Museum Closed | All Day
Gardener Street Elementary | @ 9:30am
Museum Closed | All Day
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Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Verdugo Woodland Elem. | @ 9:30am
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Thursday, May 31, 2012
Brentwood School | @ 9:30am
