Palm Springs board approves historic district designation for portion of Desert Lanai complex
The 22-unit condo complex is considered a good example of post-war Polynesian or "Tiki"-style architecture.
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Modernism Week announces highlights for October fall festival in Palm Springs
The four-day event will feature more than 50 programs from Oct. 16-19, including home tours, architectural bus tours and special exhibits, with tickets going on sale Aug. 1.
Modernism Week awards record 20 scholarships, helps raise $2.6 million for local causes
The festival reached a milestone this year by awarding 20 college scholarships totaling $93,750, its largest number in a single year. The scholarships encourage future talent to continue to stay in the Coachella Valley.
Our procrastinator’s guide to Modernism Week 2025
It's not too late to score tickets to some of the best events during one of the city's signature events. Check out our recommendations for some of the hidden gems in a packed calendar.
Modernism Week 2025 offers hundreds of free or low-cost events
Palm Springs' annual Modernism Week returns Feb. 13 through 23, featuring more than 500 events celebrating midcentury modern architecture and design.
Modernism Week kicking off annual online auction for 20th anniversary
Rare architectural experiences and VIP event tickets highlight 'Best of Modernism - Holiday Edition' fundraiser, running December 1 through 8.
Parishioners at historic Palm Springs church launch restoration fundraiser
As part of the initiative, the ministry is presenting a special lecture and tour titled "Divinely Inspired: Discussing the William F. Cody Design of St. Theresa Catholic Church" during Modernism Week October.
Palm Springs Modernism Fall Show to celebrate 10th anniversary
The event, running Oct. 25-27 at the Palm Springs Convention Center, features nearly 50 premier national exhibitors showcasing decorative and fine arts from various 20th-century design movements.
Students experience architectural artistry at Palm Springs’ immersive ‘Shag House’
Thanks to charitable neighbors, BEAM program participants from two area schools were able to explore an iconic Alexander home transformed by artist Shag during a Sunday tour.
Our procrastinator’s guide to Modernism Week 2024
Modernism Week is chock-full of fascinating lectures from experts and iconic double-decker bus tours, but it’s also bigger than that. There are cocktail parties, theater, book signings, films, and so much more.
Tickets for Modernism Week – October go on sale starting Aug. 1
Aside from tours and lectures, there are mixology clinics, interactive music experiences, the Palm Springs Modernism Fall Show and more.
Modernism Week organizers say 11-day February event had record attendance
Aside from issuing more than 100,000 tickets, Modernism Week representatives said the festival generated an estimated $55 million for local hotels, retail establishments, and restaurants.Â
Modernism Week announces highlights for October fall festival in Palm Springs
The four-day event will feature more than 50 programs from Oct. 16-19, including home tours, architectural bus tours and special exhibits, with tickets going on sale Aug. 1.
Modernism Week awards record 20 scholarships, helps raise $2.6 million for local causes
The festival reached a milestone this year by awarding 20 college scholarships totaling $93,750, its largest number in a single year. The scholarships encourage future talent to continue to stay in the Coachella Valley.
Our procrastinator’s guide to Modernism Week 2025
It's not too late to score tickets to some of the best events during one of the city's signature events. Check out our recommendations for some of the hidden gems in a packed calendar.
Modernism Week 2025 offers hundreds of free or low-cost events
Palm Springs' annual Modernism Week returns Feb. 13 through 23, featuring more than 500 events celebrating midcentury modern architecture and design.
Modernism Week kicking off annual online auction for 20th anniversary
Rare architectural experiences and VIP event tickets highlight 'Best of Modernism - Holiday Edition' fundraiser, running December 1 through 8.
Parishioners at historic Palm Springs church launch restoration fundraiser
As part of the initiative, the ministry is presenting a special lecture and tour titled "Divinely Inspired: Discussing the William F. Cody Design of St. Theresa Catholic Church" during Modernism Week October.
Palm Springs Modernism Fall Show to celebrate 10th anniversary
The event, running Oct. 25-27 at the Palm Springs Convention Center, features nearly 50 premier national exhibitors showcasing decorative and fine arts from various 20th-century design movements.
Students experience architectural artistry at Palm Springs’ immersive ‘Shag House’
Thanks to charitable neighbors, BEAM program participants from two area schools were able to explore an iconic Alexander home transformed by artist Shag during a Sunday tour.
Our procrastinator’s guide to Modernism Week 2024
Modernism Week is chock-full of fascinating lectures from experts and iconic double-decker bus tours, but it’s also bigger than that. There are cocktail parties, theater, book signings, films, and so much more.
Tickets for Modernism Week – October go on sale starting Aug. 1
Aside from tours and lectures, there are mixology clinics, interactive music experiences, the Palm Springs Modernism Fall Show and more.
Modernism Week organizers say 11-day February event had record attendance
Aside from issuing more than 100,000 tickets, Modernism Week representatives said the festival generated an estimated $55 million for local hotels, retail establishments, and restaurants.Â