Exhibits, Architecture, Tours & Modernist Landmarks Discover the cultural heart of the desert at the Palm Springs Art Museum, where modern and contemporary art meet iconic desert modernist architecture. From world-class exhibitions to historic homes perched in the mountains, the museum offers a…
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The story of Palm Springs and Hollywood isn’t just about movies—it’s about escape, reinvention, and a century-long love affair between the silver screen and the desert. Long before red carpets and film festivals, filmmakers were drawn to this landscape for its raw cinematic potential. In 1915, Peer…
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A Modernist Marvel Finds Its Forever Home at the Palm Springs Art Museum In 1931, the Allied Arts and Industries and the Architectural League of New York unveiled the starkly modern, all-metal 'Aluminaire' home, constructed primarily of aluminum and glass components, which inspired the name. It was…
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For almost a century, Palm Springs has served as the desert retreat, creative playground, and second home for Hollywood’s brightest. What began as a convenient getaway for early film stars evolved into a full-blown glittering enclave, where privacy, sunshine, and style met mid-century design and…
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For more than 80 years, Palm Springs has been a shimmering oasis for the rich, famous, and fabulous. While the British may boast royalty by blood, Palm Springs claims its own version: Hollywood royalty . And so began a glamorous legacy that has only grown brighter with time. Palm Springs: A…
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Discover the people who helped shape the look of Palm Springs architecture. George Alexander, Developer George Alexander began his career as an accountant and later became involved in real estate, ultimately transitioning into a developer in Los Angeles. George began investing in Palm Springs in…
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