Palm Springs Art Museum (Formerly the Desert Museum)

The Palm Springs Art Museum is a multifaceted museum offering both displays of artwork and performing arts. The museum has been in existence since the late 1930s and formerly focused almost exclusively on the desert. However, over the years the direction has shifted to modern and contemporary art, including Native American art. Permanent collections include paintings, photography, glass, pottery, sculpture, and architecture.

Guided tours led by docents are available on certain days of the week, free with the cost of admission. There are also time limited exhibitions.

This massive complex of the Palm Springs Art Museum also contains the Annenberg Theater, capable of holding over 400 people. There is always a full calendar of performances that might include musicals, musical artists, comedians, and more. In addition there are also sometimes special events, such as seasonal presentations and film screenings.