A hub for Mid-Century Modern design, Greater Palm Springs, California, celebrates the timeless design of Desert Modernism during Modernism Week. Taking place Oct. 24–27, the annual event offers visitors a glimpse into the glamorous homes and neighborhoods in the area.
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View the area’s most iconic homes, like Frank Sinatra’s Twin Palm Estates, and buildings on a bus tour. Learn about all things tiki at the Escape into the World of Tiki! event led by tiki expert, author and bar owner Martin Cate. Attend a free cocktail party and book-signing event for Architectural Pottery at Trina Turk Palm Springs Boutique. After the October event, look ahead to February 2025 for the 20th anniversary of Modernism Week. This 11-day celebration will include more than 350 events. Tickets go on sale Nov. 1.
Experience modernism up close with a stay at one of Greater Palm Springs’ Mid-Century Modern-inspired hotels including Mojave Resort, Orbit In, Limón and Parker Palm Springs.
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Visit Palm Springs Art Museum’s Architecture and Design Center. Located in a 1960’s modernist building, the center is home to models, drawings, photos and other artifacts from the museum’s architectural collection.
Take home a piece of Mid-Century Modern design. Stop in one of Greater Palm Springs’ excellent consignment shops for one-of-a-kind finds. Misty’s Consignments and Palm Springs Consignment & Gallery are great places to start your search.
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