January 2011
February 2011
February 19, 2011 (Saturday)
VOLUNTEER TRAINING
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Pio Pico State Historic Park
6003 Pioneer Boulevard
Whittier, California
(562) 695-1217 ext. 104
ADVANCED RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Pio Pico State Historic Park needs your help! With budget cuts and staff reductions, the park relies even more on its volunteers to help keep the gates open and host public and school tours and events. The good news is that you can help by becoming a state park volunteer today!
Our next Volunteer Training will be held at the park on Saturday, February 19th at 12:30 PM. Pio Pico State Historic Park offers many opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. Learn how to give public and school tours, serve as a museum host, care for museum collections, tend to historic gardens, or do living history. There is something for everyone! No previous experience necessary.
Pio Pico State Historic Park is located on the corner of Pioneer and Whittier Boulevards, just West of the 605 freeway. The park features Pio Pico’s historic adobe ranch home, historic Victorian gardens, fruit orchards, and picnic facilities. The park is currently open to the public on weekends 9:30 am – 4 pm. School tours are also offered on Thursdays and Fridays by appointment only. Admission to the park is free!
This Volunteer Training will feature experts on:
- California State Parks
- California History
- The Life of Pio de Jesus Pico IV
- Giving Tours
- Developing Your Historical Character and Costume
- Performing Living History
To attend this exciting volunteer training and become a state park volunteer at Pio Pico State Historic Park, please call or email to save a spot: 562-695-1217 ext. 104 or friendsofpiopico@gmail.com. Advanced reservations are required.
Training is co-sponsored by the Friends of Pio Pico, Inc. and California State Parks
Click Here to Download Event Flyer
March 2011
March 26, 2011 (Saturday)
LIVING HISTORY DAY
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Pio Pico State Historic Park
6003 Pioneer Boulevard
Whittier, California
(562) 695-1217 ext. 102
FREE ADMISSION
- Adobe Brick Making
- Archaeology Sandbox
- Bread Making Demonstration
- Children's Activities
- Old-Fashioned Victorian Games
- Costumed Docents
- Tours of Pio Pico's Historic Adobe Home
- Picnic Area
Come Learn More About California History!
Click Here to Download Event Flyer
April 2011
April 2, 2011 (Saturday)
VOLUNTEER TRAINING
10 AM - 2 PM (Lunch will be Provided)
Pio Pico State Historic Park
6003 Pioneer Boulevard
Whittier, California
(562) 695-1217 ext. 104
ADVANCED RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Pio Pico State Historic Park needs your help! With budget cuts and staff reductions, the park relies even more on its volunteers to help keep the gates open and host public and school tours and events. The good news is that you can help by becoming a state park volunteer today!
Our next Volunteer Training will be held at the park on Saturday, April 2nd at 10:00 AM. Pio Pico State Historic Park offers many opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. Learn how to give public and school tours, serve as a museum host, care for museum collections, tend to historic gardens, or do living history. There is something for everyone! No previous experience necessary.
Pio Pico State Historic Park is located on the corner of Pioneer and Whittier Boulevards, just West of the 605 freeway. The park features Pio Pico’s historic adobe ranch home, historic Victorian gardens, fruit orchards, and picnic facilities. The park is currently open to the public on weekends 9:30 am – 4 pm. Admission to the park is free!
This Volunteer Training will feature information on:
- California State Parks
- California History
- The Life of Pio de Jesus Pico IV
- Giving Tours
- Developing Your Historical Character and Costume
- Performing Living History
To attend this exciting volunteer training and become a state park volunteer at Pio Pico State Historic Park, please call or email to save a spot: 562-695-1217 ext. 104 or friendsofpiopico@gmail.com. Advanced reservations are required.
Training is co-sponsored by the Friends of Pio Pico, Inc. and California State Parks
Click Here to Download Event Flyer
May 2011
May 6, 2011 (Friday)
CASA ABIERTA (Open House)
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Pio Pico State Historic Park
6003 Pioneer Boulevard
Whittier, California
(562) 695-1217 ext. 104
FREE ADMISSION
- Come Meet Friends of Pio Pico Board Members, State Park Staff and State Park Volunteers
- Come Celebrate Pio Pico's 210th Birthday (born May 5, 1801)
- Learn More about California's History
- Enjoy Refreshments and Birthday Cake
- Learn about Upcoming Events and Opportunities
Click Here to Download Event Flyer
May 28, 2011 (Saturday)
LIVING HISTORY DAY
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Pio Pico State Historic Park
6003 Pioneer Boulevard
Whittier, California
(562) 695-1217 ext. 102
FREE ADMISSION
- Adobe Brick Making
- Archaeology Sandbox
- Bread Making Demonstration
- Children's Activities
- Old-Fashioned Victorian Games
- Costumed Docents
- Tours of Pio Pico's Historic Adobe Home
- Picnic Area
Come Learn More About California History!
Click Here to Download Event Flyer
June 2011
June 18, 2011 (Saturday)
LECTURE SERIES
"The Last Lynching in Los Angeles and Other Pico Related Stories"
Speaker: Paul Spitzzeri, Collections Manager - Homestead Museum
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Pio Pico State Historic Park
6003 Pioneer Boulevard
Whittier, California
(562) 695-1217 ext. 102
FREE PARKING available at A MI HACIENDA RESTAURANT (9613 Whittier Blvd. - Pico Rivera) - FREE SHUTTLE
Click Here to Download Event Flyer
July 2011
Saturdays - July 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2011
JUNIOR RANCHER PROGRAM
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Pio Pico State Historic Park
6003 Pioneer Boulevard
Whittier, California
(562) 695-1217 ext. 102
juniorrancher@piopico.org
FREE ADMISSION - Advanced Reservations Required
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July 16, 2011 (Saturday)
LECTURE SERIES
"Over a Century of Preservation and Restoration of El Ranchito"
Speaker: James Newland, Historian - California State Parks
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Pio Pico State Historic Park
6003 Pioneer Boulevard
Whittier, California
(562) 695-1217 ext. 102
FREE PARKING available at A MI HACIENDA RESTAURANT (9613 Whittier Blvd. - Pico Rivera)
Click Here to Download Event Flyer
August 2011
Saturdays - August 6, 13, 2011
JUNIOR RANCHER PROGRAM
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Pio Pico State Historic Park
6003 Pioneer Boulevard
Whittier, California
(562) 695-1217 ext. 102
juniorrancher@piopico.org
FREE ADMISSION - Advanced Reservations Required
Click Here to Download Flyer
August 20, 2011 (Saturday)
CONCERT IN THE PARK
Featuring CUSUCO
2:00 - 5:00 PM
Pio Pico State Historic Park
6003 Pioneer Boulevard
Whittier, California
(562) 695-1217 ext. 104
Onsite Parking is Limited. FREE PARKING available at A MI HACIENDA RESTAURANT (9613 Whittier Blvd. - Pico Rivera) and other locations in Whittier - FREE SHUTTLE
- A Mi Hacienda Restaurant - Pico Rivera - Ongoing
- Guirado Park - Whittier - Ongoing
- Uptown Senior Center - Whittier - 1:00 PM Pickup
- Sierra Education Center, Mulberry Lot - Whittier - 1:15 PM Pickup
Click Here to Download Flyer for More Details
August 27, 2011 (Saturday)
VOLUNTEER TRAINING
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Pio Pico State Historic Park
6003 Pioneer Boulevard
Whittier, California
ADVANCED RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Click Here to Download Flyer
Call us at (562) 695-1217 ext. 104 or email us to reserve your spot.
Lunch Will Be Served.
September 2011
September 17, 2011 (Saturday) - POSTPONED UNTIL NOVEMBER 5, 2011
FIESTAS PATRIAS/FIESTA de PIO PICO
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Pio Pico State Historic Park
6003 Pioneer Boulevard
Whittier, California
(562) 695-1217 ext. 102
FREE PARKING available at A MI HACIENDA RESTAURANT (9613 Whittier Blvd. - Pico Rivera) and other locations in Whittier and Pico Rivera - FREE SHUTTLE
October 2011
October 15, 2011 (Saturday)
VOLUNTEER TRAINING
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Pio Pico State Historic Park
6003 Pioneer Boulevard
Whittier, California
ADVANCED RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Call us at (562) 695-1217 ext. 104 or email us to reserve your spot.
Lunch Will Be Served.
Click Here to Download Volunteer Training Flyer
November 2011
November 5, 2011 (Saturday)
FIESTA de PIO PICO
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Pio Pico State Historic Park
6003 Pioneer Boulevard
Whittier, California
(562) 695-1217 ext. 102
FREE ADMISSION
- Live Entertainment (Music, Performers, Dancers)
- Historical Reenactors
- Costumed Docents
- Pio Pico - portrayed by Roberto Garza
- Local Family History and Genealogy Displays**
- Adobe Brick Making
- Archaeology Sandbox
- Bread Making Demonstration
- Children's Activities
- Old-Fashioned Victorian Games
- Tours of Pio Pico's Historic Adobe Home
- Community Booths
- Food and Drink
- Picnic Area
This event is sponsored by the California State Parks, Friends of Pio Pico, Supervisor Don Knabe, Sounthern California Edison and the City of Whittier.
Click Here to Download Event Flyer
Onsite parking is limited. Free parking and ongoing shuttle service is available from the following locations:
- A Mi Hacienda Restaurant - Pico Rivera
- Guirado Park - Whittier
- Uptown Senior Center - Whittier
** For more information and to participate in the local family history presentations, please click here to download a form.
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November 19, 2011 (Saturday)
VOLUNTEER TRAINING
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Pio Pico State Historic Park
6003 Pioneer Boulevard
Whittier, California
ADVANCED RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Call us at (562) 695-1217 ext. 104 or email us to reserve your spot.
Lunch Will Be Served.
Click Here to Download Volunteer Training Flyer
December 2011
December 10, 2011 (Saturday)
Whittier Christmas Parade – 10 am - Uptown Whittier
Date TBD
Friends of Pio Pico Holiday Party / Fundraiser
Join the Friends of Pio Pico for a Special Holiday Party and Fundraiser featuring...
- Food
- Beverages
- Entertainment
- An Opportunity for you to help keep Pio Pico State Historic Park open
Location: TBD
For more information on these events, please call the park at (562) 695-1217.
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