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Rat Pack Playground: Modernist Homes

Discover the trendy midcentury Vista Las Palmas neighborhood, once nicknamed the “Beverly Hills of Palm Springs” and view the homes now called “Alexanders” developed by George and Robert Alexander.

$45 (2.5 hrs)

Category: Palm Springs, Tour (Exterior), Neighborhood Walking Tour, Outdoors

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Celebrities like Debbie Reynolds, Elvis Presley, Kim Novak, Dean Martin and the Rat Packers lived and frolicked here in the 50s and 60s. Experience the architectural genius of Palmer and Krisel in a collection of stunning homes that were mass-produced but appear to be custom designed. See the Kaufmann house, designed by Richard Neutra, a true masterpiece of midcentury Modern architecture.

$45

Things to Know
Please plan to arrive no later than 9:15 AM for your tour.
Tour duration: 2.5 hours.
This tour is for ages 12 and older.
This tour will view EXTERIORS ONLY led by a docent.
Free neighborhood street parking.
Please wear comfortable shoes, sunscreen, hats, and bring water.
Please no pets; service dogs welcome.
All tour duration times are approximate.
There are no bathroom facilities on this tour.
The organizer of this event is Palm Springs Historical Society.

Event Check-in Location
Vista Las Palmas neighborhood
Corner of N Via Monte Vista and W Stevens Rd
Palm Springs, CA 92262
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Photo Credits: 
Steven Portoles – Kathy Leonard

 

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