Giants of Architecture

Stroll South Palm Canyon Drive and see the most photographed and historically significant concentration of Midcentury Modern commercial buildings in the city. Hollywood moguls, glamorous movie stars and locals alike banked on the "Wall Street of Palm Springs” and shopped on this iconic strip at Saks Fifth Avenue and Robinsons. Visitors flocked here to the buy the latest in resort wear fashions. 

Learn about the history of the Cahuilla tribe, early settlers, visionaries, and the giants of architecture responsible for making Palm Springs the modernism magnet of the world.

Neighborhood: South Palm Springs

$50

1.5 AIA LU (Pending Approval)

Things To KnowAges 13 and older
This is an outdoor activity
No pets, service animals permitted
Free neighborhood street parking
Walking activity
Restrooms not available
Guided exterior tour
Early arrival for check-in required
No smoking or e-cigarettes.

Important Information
Please plan to arrive no later than 9:15 AM for your tour.
Walking tour duration: approximately 2 hours.
This tour will view EXTERIORS ONLY, led by a knowledgeable docent.
Free street parking on S Calle Ajo.
Please wear comfortable shoes, sunscreen, hats, and bring water.
No phone use during walking tours.
The organizer of this event is Palm Springs Historical Society.

Check-in Location U.S. Bank
500 S Indian Canyon Dr
Corner of Ramon Rd and S Calle Ajo–meet at the entrance in bank parking lot
Palm Springs, CA 92264View Map

Photo Credits: Steven Portoles and Kathy Leonard. Palm Springs Historical Society {"locationAddressVisibility":"visible"}