El Paseo Art Walk in Palm Desert happens every October through May on the first Thursday of the month from 5pm to 9pm.

Galleries on El Paseo host artists receptions and feature new exhibits Collections include Western, American Pop, European Masters, Early California and many contemporary artists. It’s a great place to pick up some art for your home or collection.

For more information on shops, galleries and dining on El Paseo, visit their web site.

The Tours allow visitors to visit working art studios, purchase affordable original pieces directly from the artists and plan what studios and artists they want to visit, as well as galleries or museums they want to see.

Also included are choices of entertainment venues, special events and theatre shows happening each night of the event.

The tours take place October 24-25 and October 31 – November 1, 2009

For more information visit HWY62ArtTours.com or call 760-366-2226 or email info@mbcac.org.

Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert

The Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert is a hands-on experience that inspires and promotes intellectual curiosity and self-expression through inventive and interactive exhibits and programs. It helps children learn about themselves and the world around them by exploring the environment and community. The Museum welcomes children of all ages placing particular emphasis on primary school age children.

71-701 Gerald Ford Drive
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
760-321-0602

See historical objects and photos, learn about the railroads, farming, and even enjoy an authentic Japanese Garden.

The Center is open October through May

Admission: $3 Adults – $2 Senior – Students and Children under 10 Free (accompanied by adults)
Hours: Thursday, Friday and Saturday – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

NOTE: ONE SUNDAY A MONTH IS FREE!!! VISIT THEIR SITE FOR DETAILS.

Coachella Valley Museum & Cultural Center

82-616 Miles Avenue
Indio, California
(760) 342-6651

The artists they feature offer every type of art from traditional to modern, and include sculptures as well.

Coda Gallery features art for exciting spaces. They carry original paintings, sculpture, glass and furniture.

The spirit of the gallery and of its creators, Connie and David Katz, is rooted in warmth and admiration for their artists and delight in the creative process. It is deeply, remarkably personal.

Coda Gallery – Palm Desert

73-151 El Paseo
Palm Desert, California 92260
760 345 4661
800 700 4661

The gallery’s relaxing atmosphere and spacious showroom has a wide variety of original artwork, including paintings, sculpture as well as limited editions.

The establishment is unique in that you get to see where the artists work, so you get a true feeling of creativity here.

The gallery does frequent exhibits and showings, so check their calendar if you’re in town!

Dezart Studio and Art Gallery

E-MAIL: DEZART@DEZARTSTUDIO.COM

Adagio has a history that proudly honors it’s long standing artists with personal appearances throughout the season, annually. Visit their web site to check the show schedule at the beginning of October to see what’s coming up in the coming year.

This gallery is in its 29th season of presenting unique artists from the American Southwest. This gallery include more than twenty five acclaimed and talented artists presenting paintings and sculptures all in a 5,000 square foot gallery.

Adagio Galleries

193 S. Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(800) 288-2230
(760) 320-2230

One-of-a-kind home furnishings and accessories from around the world make this a true destination for art and design enthusiasts.

Visit the desert’s largest sculpture garden and view architecturally significant pieces made of stone, bronze and a variety of materials created by artists known for their accomplishments. Features include wall hangings, fountains, and garden accessories as well.

Desert Art Collection

It houses a variety of Pueblo inspired art, including pottery, needle arts, photography, papermaking, woodcarving, flint knapping, basket making, southwest jewelry, fine art desertscapes, and watercolors.

When you visit, you’ll find the artists working in the museum courtyard. The Museum also provides tours of the local Indian pueblos.

For more information visit Cabot’s Pueblo Museum.

67-616 Desert View Avenue Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240

Find something for everyone in our galleries, special exhibitions, and sculpture gardens. The Museum also houses the Annenberg Theatre which celebrates the Visual and Performing Arts in style!

Every Thursday from 4pm to 8pm the Museum opens its doors to the public for free, so if you’re going to Village Fest, why not take a tour of some of  Palm Springs’ finest artwork as well to complete your evening?

Palm Springs Art Museum

101 Museum Drive
Palm Springs, CA 92262
760.325.7186

In addition to flying aircraft, related artifacts, artwork, and library sources are used to perpetuate American history. If you love planes and history, this is a great museum to visit – bring the whole family too!

For more information visit Palm Springs Air Museum.

745 North Gene Autry Trail
Palm Springs, California 92262
760-778-6262 ext:222

For more information visit Coachella Valley Museum & Cultural Center.

82-616 Miles Avenue
Indio, California
(760) 342-6651

Taste test many fine varieties of dates, date cakes, cookies, bread and pies baked fresh daily in their kitchen. Above all, you must try their famous date shake.

For more  information visit Oasis Date Gardens.

59-111 Hwy. 111
Thermal, California 92274
1.800.827.8017