The Colorado Desert settlements of Palm Springs, Palmdale and the Garden of Eden were part of a real estate boom that reverberated across the state between 1880 and 1889.
Explore Palm Springs: Summer in the City
Villager Magazine ad shows hot summer buys in 1955
Though they may not be apparent to an outsider, there are many alluring things about Palm Springs from June through August.
Explore Palm Springs: Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Dream built on idea of feeling cool peaks of Mt. San Jacinto
The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway began as a dream to view the Coachella Valley from the cool peaks of Mt. San Jacinto.
Explore Palm Springs: Fireman’s Fish Fry
Tradition continues today to show support for local firefighters
Since the inaugural Palm Springs Fireman’s Fish Fry in June 1931, Palm Springs has annually supported its local fire fighters.
Explore Palm Springs: The Desert Inn
Nellie Coffman's vision brought visitors to the desert
Palm Springs was a desolate desert landscape, but Nellie Coffman saw an oasis and built the Desert Inn in the 1920’s.
Life in the Fast Lane
The Coachella Valley boasts a long history as a mecca for car aficionados
While great weather, golf, tennis, and architecture help define the good life, elegant, fast, and beautiful cars further define the Palm Springs scene.
Explore Palm Springs: City Becomes Democratic Hub in 1964 Election
Local residents played an active part in party politics
Democratic voters made a significant gain in numbers in 1964, prompting Palm Springs to become a base to generate support for President Lyndon B. Johnson.
Reception to Celebrate Milt Jones' Life Set for June 4
Palm Springs Life publisher credited with pioneering sports marketing, special events in the desert
A reception celebrating the life of Milton W. Jones will be held at the Hilton Palm Springs at 12:30 p.m. June 4.
Explore Palm Springs: Desert Wildflowers
Drought conditions have hurt the usual colorful desert
Where have all of the wildflowers gone in Palm Springs? Drought conditions have made it rare to see even one purple Verbena or yellow Encilia flower.
Explore Palm Springs: 1939 World's Fair
Frances Stevens School receives movie spot
Francis Stevens School in Palm Springs was chosen by the State Board of Education to be part of an educational exhibit at the San Francisco World’s Fair.