Sunnylands Rancho Mirage

Sunnylands was the winter Desert home of the Annenbergs' from 1966 through 2009.   Walter Annenberg was, amoung other things, Ambassador to Great Britian during the Nixon administration.  Even if you never heard of the Annenbergs anyone who has ever driven by the big pink wall on Bob Hope Drive or Frank Sinatra Drive  may have  wondered what was behind the wall.  That question can now be answered at The Sunnylands Center. Free and open to the public (closed in August)  the visitor center is a place where visitors can learn more about Walter and Leonore Annenberg and their commitment to their country, to philanthropy, to education, and to the arts.

The Center includes an orientation film in the theater and selections of art from the Sunnylands Collection. You can also enjoy and explore the garden paths that wind throughout Sunnylands Gardens.

Visitors who have preregistered and paid for tours of the historic estate get to tour the midcentury design private residence that has hosted movers and shakers in the world of politics and entertainment  for decades. Currently used as a private retreat tours are available when the property is not in use.

About Rancho Mirage California

Palm Springs Modernism Event 2-16-26-12

Palm Springs is forever tied to and truly is an open air museum of the Mid Century Modern look. From commercial buildings to private homes, stunning examples of this architectural style are part of everyday life in our Desert paradise.



Modernism week grew out of a successful show that was started in 2001 to showcase the style right here in Palm Springs. It has morphed into an international event every February including home tours, lectures, films, parties and of course the show that started it all held right here at the Palm Springs convention center. One of the best parts of the show is that each year more and more Modernism connections are found. For example this year will be the second year that the Airstream travel trailers of that era are on display. Also, this year there will be a special night lighting of featured commercial properties in downtown. Interesting and fun this is truly a not to be missed event.

Many sponsors and partners are now part of the event including the Palm Springs Art Museum and Palm Springs Historical society among others. Kudos to all the sponsors for bring such a relevant and interesting event to life in Palm Springs.

See the website for Modernism week. See tickets available for the Events

Watch A Video on the illuminated feature of this Years Modernism Event:
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Find Your Own Midcentury Modern Home in Palm Springs

Walk Of The Inns December 8 2011

Mark your calendar now and don't miss this fun - and FREE - event. See 16 of the charming Inns located in the Tennis Club neighborhood behind downtown Palm Springs. Full of surprises these charming and unique properties are sure to delight and surprise you.

Time: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Information:  (800) 347-7746
Location: Neighborhoods between Ramon Road and Tahquitz Canyon Way right behind downtown Palm Springs

The event is a self-guided walking tour of Palm Springs’boutique hotels and historic inns. These historic and mid-century modern gems are opening their doors for public tours as part of its annual ‘Walk of the Inns.” You will see everything From 100-year old adobe inns to 1920s jewels to Mediterranean inspired villas, the “Walk of the Inns” is a great way to see something normally reserved for paying guests. Inns participating in the event include Casa Cody, Old Ranch Inn, Orbit Inn, Korakia Pensione, Calla Lilly Inn and several others. You can start your self-guided tour at any of the participating hotels or come to the Palm Springs Art Museum, 101 Museum Way, which will provide free maps and flashlights for the walk. Donations for Toys For Tots will be taking place at the event.

If you find you love the charming Tennis Club area you might want be one of the lucky view who owns one of the limited number of residences there. We can help you with that see our great listing at 555 W Baristo C28    

Tenth Annual Discovery Home Tour

The Children's Discovery Museum of Rancho Mirage hosts their annual Tour of Homes with proceeds benefiting the museum and its' programs.

Tickets for the Self guided tour are just $55. a guided bus tour is offered for $95. This is one of the major fund-raisers for the Museum each year. See homes from Mid Century to Modern during this fun events.

Contact the Museum at 760-321-0602 ext 122 for more information or click the Mascot to go the their website.