The U.S. government invested money to convert the El Mirador Hotel in Palm Springs into an army hospital for wounded World War II soldiers.
Explore Palm Springs: Lawrence Crossley
Credited as the first African-American resident in Palm Springs, he started companies and developed land for affordable housing.
Credited as the first African-American resident in Palm Springs, Lawrence Crossley built companies and developed land for affordable housing.
Explore Palm Springs: Frank Bogert
Even before he became mayor of Palm Springs, Bogert was the real deal comboy and promoted the city's western atmosphere.
Even before he became mayor of Palm Springs, Frank Bogert was the real deal comboy and promoted the city’s western atmosphere.
Explore Palm Springs: Mayor Frank Bogert
The real-life cowboy was the first mayor of Palm Springs to be elected.
