Coachella Valley History Museum

Item: Coachella Valley History Museum
Author: Marissa Willman

Type: Attractions, Museums

10Best Says

Once home to the indigenous Cahuilla people, the Coachella Valley evolved over the years to become a major railroad stop, an agricultural center and, more recently, a hotbed for modern... Read More

Once home to the indigenous Cahuilla people, the Coachella Valley evolved over the years to become a major railroad stop, an agricultural center and, more recently, a hotbed for modern design. Today, the desert's evolution is well-preserved at the Coachella Valley History Museum in Indio. Its historic buildings include the Smiley-Taylor House, an adobe home built in 1926, and the Indio Schoolhouse, built in 1909. The grounds are also home to the Date Museum, the Coachella Valley Historical Society's archives, a Blacksmith shop, the Coachella Valley's oldest cork tree and several gardens. The museum is open seasonally from October through May.

Address:

82616 Miles Avenue
Indio, CA 92201

Phone:

760-342-6651

Website:

coachellavalleymuseum.org

EXPERT TIPS BY: Marissa Willman
Palm Springs Local Expert

Museums: "Spend an hour or so with a volunteer guide, who can walk you through the history of the various rooms and exhibits."

Best for Museums Because: The Coachella Valley History Museum is home to historic buildings, the Coachella Valley Historical Society's research archives and several gardens.