A must stop whenever you're in Downtown Palm Springs. All ages ideal to check out their massive…read moreand magnificent collection of items from the last century. Some really cool items - all 100% authentic and not replicated as the tour guide will explain. It's free (donations accepted) and PS is lucky to have it available. Stop by and say hello as they're always so welcoming and excited to show off their collection and tell you all the stories. It was packed when I went which was nice to see but it flowed through nicely.

Cool Vintage Collection from the 1930's…read more We came by the museum to check out the extensive collection of one man, Mr Jim Ruddy. Unfortunately, I didn't see anything that was familiar to me since the vintage treasure trove were from the depression era. I may look old but I wasn't born in the depression era. LoL! The Great Depression started in October 29, 1929. When we entered the museum a sweet elderly lady greeted us at the door. She was seated at a table behind the cast iron railing that separated the visitors from the collection. She cheerfully took our money as we handed it to her ($1/person admission fee) and asked us if we'd like to hear a little history about the museum and the man behind the collection. She proceeded to tell us the story and we were all ears. Immediately, as we passed through the entrance we were suddenly transported back in time. The items were from 1930's and early 1940's. She said everything in the museum is authentic and original recreated to display like that in a general store of that period. It was an amazing display that transported us back in time. We took our time going around the store as we tried to place ourselves back in that era: the fixtures, the signs, the products: groceries, cigarettes, hardware, clothing, hats, medicines, yarn and sewing items, beauty products, "Hallmark" cards, soaps, and toys. I mean, the Monopoly board game. had wooden pieces back in 1935. Many of the items were unused and 95% of them were filled with their original contents (medicines on the shelves). The museum is located in the heart of downtown Palm Springs on Palm Canyon Drive. In 1983, Mr. Ruddy created "Ruddy's 1930s General Store Museum" in Palm Springs, CA. He passed away in April 2017. The store is being well taken care of by his good friend... the sweet lady that welcomed us in the beginning. Review #1523

I was surprised to find this exhibit that included runway shows, fashion designers and couture. It…read morewas so interesting to see the venues that designers use for their runway, from lavender fields to the Eiffel Tower. It was great to see backstage pictures of Alexander Mcqueen!!! My first time to this museum (I'm usually at the sister museum).

I've been going to the main museum and didn't know about the architecture building that they…read moreacquired in 2015. They currently exhibit early women entrepreneurs and developers. The building is mid century with terrazzo floors and detailed outside shutters. The gift shop includes the original bank vault. I saw some items that I didn't see in the main museum shop. In January 2026, they'll have an exhibit about fashion design and runways.

While described as a museum of natural history, this is much more, with excellent information about…read morelocal history, agriculture, and Native American life. Opening hours are apparently subject to change - while officially posted as 5 PM to 8 PM on Wednesdays, they closed at 7 that day. They are also open on Saturdays. Allow time for your visit, as there is a lot to see here.

Lavender nights is a themed festival style event that lasts several weeks in the late…read morespring/summer. Perfect date night idea to explore the fields and take photos. The food options are fun and out of the ordinary. We enjoyed the lavender lemonade, carnitas tacos, and "lavender" sourdough mini donuts. I'd say the sourdough over-powered the lavender in the donut but the flavors of cinnamon and lemon were excellent. Note- wear appropriate shoes, this is an outdoor farm atmosphere you'll walk a lot and much of the terrain is uneven and has wood chips. There is a small tractor tour that looks cute, we didn't ride. We walked all through the place. As the night falls, the decorative lights begin to illuminate the gardens and paths making it beautiful and romantic. Highly recommended for any group of friends, a couple or family (maybe not small kids... as it's a lot of walking and not my idea of stroller friendly)

Located on 123 Farms, the Lavender Festival is available preseason and postseason. We came on…read moreMother's Day where admission was free as long as you bought a parking pass. During the lavender season, the tickets are a bit pricey alongside parking. The farm itself has numerous activities to do, picturesque moments, and different foods to try. My fiancé and I have attended the lavender festival three times already, so we knew what to expect. We avoided the foods we didn't enjoy last time, and tried new items. We ordered their carne asada tacos, croissant beignets, their peach sangria, and more. If you're planning to come here, I'd suggest eating beforehand, because the food is not good. Their tacos are dry; the meat and the tortilla feel like separate entities. Their croissant beignets on the other hand were absolutely phenomenal. It's exactly what you'd expect and it was amazing! Their drinks are good here, too. I had their lavender margarita which was absolutely perfect. Their peach sangria can be better. They sold bunches of lavender in their gift stores and you had opportunities to take photos with their lavender in the fields. It was a unique experience overall away from your usual city life. I don't think I'll come back again. I've been three times enough, and it's generally the same. I'd recommend trying it once to see what it's like, and that's all.

Redlands, California…read more Also known as the San Bernardino Asistencia or an extension of Mission San Gabriel Arcangel in Los Angeles County. This old ranch is just in ruins. There are connecting buildings that is a private business along with a small fort to details some of the outpost items. The outpost and the old ruins is a sight to see for those who appreciate these things, Access/Roads: A Paved on Barton. A busy street in Redlands near Loma Linda Hospital. Parking: A Plenty with a private lot. Distance: A About 60 miles east of Los Angeles. Costs: A Free Other sites in Redlands: -Lincoln Memorial Shrine -Historical Glass Museum -Kimberley Crest House (Castle) and Gardens -Edwards Mansion Do not go out of your way for this site alone.

Dinosaurs were real…read more My love is real. The Dinosaur Adventure is worth doing (at least once). It is a nostalgic highway/roadtrip stop that will allow you to be in a few movies at once. For me it was PeeWee's Bug Adventure and The Wizard. Be friendly. Thank You.

Visited Mr. Rex's Dinosaur Adventure and overall it was a fun stop, though a bit of a mixed bag…read more The highlight was definitely being able to go inside the brontosaurus and the T-Rex -- that was genuinely cool and something you don't see every day. Some of the dinosaurs could definitely use a little maintenance, and parts of the park feel a bit dated and cheap, but that honestly adds to its quirky roadside-attraction charm. And for fans of Pee-wee's Big Adventure, this is a must-do stop -- it's the filming location where Andy tries to kick Pee-Wee's ass by the dinosaur. That alone makes it worth the visit. Fun, nostalgic, and great for a quick stop -- just go in with the right expectations and enjoy the weirdness.

The Redlands California United States Postal Museum is a hidden gem in the historic southern…read moreCalifornia City of Redlands! The museum is located in a US Department of the Interior National Register of Historic Places building and features a small but interesting collection of historic pictures,letters,equipment,postal carrier bags,postmarking equipment,postal furniture and more from its historic inception in 1933.The museums contents is neatly assembled and displayed in this amazing one room museum! The building was dedicated during the presidency of Franklin Delano Roosevelt and was designed by architect G.Stanley Wilson. If you are a history lover,postal buff or enjoy historic landmarks you should consider visiting The Redlands Postal Museum! The City of Redlands has a variety of historic sites and locations and the Postal Museum would make a nice addition when visiting! . . . . . #theredlandspostalmuseum #history #nationalregisterofhistoricplaces #departmentoftheinterior #seetheusa #franklindroosevelt #ushistory #uspostoffice #ilovehistoricplaces #godisgood #usps #theusdepartmentoftheinterior #usa #franklinroosevelt #uspresidents #gstanleywilson

If you're looking for an outdoor wedding venue for great Princess-esque photos, this is the place…read moreto go. I needed to tour Kimberly Crest because I always wanted a Disney Princess wedding, but I didn't want to get married at Disneyland or in Downtown Disney. To book the tour slot, we filled out the form on their website and emailed to coordinate a time with Mary and Tanya after sharing some additional details about our wedding (priorities, budget, timing, guest count). The historic home and additional stone stairwell and fountain add-on are beautiful, and they are great for couples who want a photographic venue and have put a high emphasis on getting great wedding portraits in a castle-eqsque setting. We were looking for a wedding venue with water elements, and felt like the fountain/pond was a great water feature. You have the option for your guests to go inside the house for a guided tour during cocktail hour, but otherwise it is closed, which means the entirety of your wedding is outdoors. Inspired by a French castle, the French château-style mansion was built in 1897 and has an old Victorian-style architecture, and the iconic cascading stone and concrete stairs in the Italian Renaissance-style gardens (the majority of the photos you see online) were added between 1905 and 1909 as a part of the garden overhaul by the new Kimberly family owners. In case of rain in Redlands, they have great tent partnerships and can get your reception space tented for a great day. It's a venue-only rental, which is great if you're looking to bring in all of your own vendors for a Saturday wedding with up to 200 guests! The ceremony is on the grass lawn, the cocktail hour is behind the house in a cute secret garden area, and the main reception dinner and dancing are in the courtyard at the top of the stairs, and you can really transform the space for your own fairytale vision. If you book, you get exclusive use of historic gardens & grounds, and the old Carriage House and Garden House as the two getting ready rooms for the amount of hours that you book (keep in mind the hours you book also include the setup and tear down times for your vendors). While we were touring, there were professional photoshoots for Quinceañeras, and I can easily see why they'd select Kimberly Crest for their photoshoot! Although we ended up going a different direction for our wedding venue, we loved seeing the different spaces around the property, and I hope to be able to come back one day.

The entrance and garden are open for guests to explore, but the real highlight is the history…read moreshared during the guided tour inside the house. Be sure to arrive a little early as they start right on time. The Kimberly Crest House offers reserved tours for small groups, which makes the experience feel more personal. Our docent was incredibly knowledgeable and had even worked closely with the family's descendants, so she shared lots of fascinating and heartfelt stories along the way. While photos and videos aren't allowed inside, the tour includes a walk through the living room, dining room, kitchen, second-floor common area, a remodeled bathroom, and several bedrooms. The interior was beautifully preserved, and the whole house was comfortably air-conditioned, which made the hour-long tour very pleasant. The gift shop is currently under construction, so only pop-up cards were available for purchase during our visit. I do wish we had been able to take photos for keepsakes. This was a lovely example of women's leadership and education throughout history.