****** STORYTIME ******…read more Once upon a time, there was a Heavy Psych Fest that took place at the High Desert Cultural Center. One day, Kimberley decided to buy tickets to the event without knowing what Kimberley was about to get into .. As Kimberley arrived to the event, Kimberley could feel the energy and excitement in the air and the earth moving below her. Clueless Kimberley, having no idea what to expect and no experience with this type of music decided to enter the concert venue anyway, as the tickets were already purchased ahead of time. As the earth rumbled under foot as if the devil was banging on the underbelly of the earth's crust, the first band performed well and was so hardcore that her ears were about to bleed. She tried to position herself as far as possible from the stage and brace herself on a building so as to prepare the body to enjoy it, but it was just too much for her. She decided to stick around for a little while longer to see if the other bands would be any different. Unfortunately, they weren't. They were even more hardcore than the first band. Kimberley felt like she was in a warzone, and her body couldn't take it anymore. She looked around and noticed that everyone was wearing black and she was the only person that was wearing white. She took that as a sign .... She left the event after only 30 minutes. As she walked out of the venue, she couldn't help but laugh (and cry) at herself for not researching the type of music that would be played at the event before buying the tickets. She realized that she had made a mistake and learned a valuable lesson. From that day forward, Kimberley makes sure she watches a few youtubes about the events and the artists before purchasing tickets to any musical event or show. She certainly doesn't want to find herself in another situation like the Heavy Psych Fest at the High Desert Cultural Center and be the only person who didn't "get the memo" !

This place has been here forever. Cannot believe that I'm the first one to review it! Full…read moredisclosure: my wife's grandmother was a "patroness" of the theater when in started. Along with Copper Mountain College when it started, years ago. I should have reviewed it sooner, myself. Anyway...we have been to two performances. Both were top-notch and surprisingly well done! Surprising, because of the modest ticket prices. It is well attended and a lot if fun. Highly recommended by me. A little champagne before the shows start. Everything is right here! Reasonable, and close to home. Get out, get some tickets, and partake in what little culture there is out here in the beautiful desert. We are fortunate to have a gem like this and it deserves our support. Community support. Attendance, and $$, is what it takes to keep the lights on!!! And, you don't need to get out your theater attire. The dress is casual!

Outdoor museum, dedicated to showing the work of Noah Purifoy, a late 20th century LA artist who…read morespent the last years of his life on this property, making sculptures out of recycled everyday materials. His workshop and living trailer are still there, surrounded by his artwork. The grounds are unfenced, and there is a dedicated parking area on both side of the dirt ride, towards the West part of the exhibit (coming from the East, important to keep going until you see a small parking area on the south part of the road...otherwise, you will be parking on private property.) You can get up close and personal, and touch whatever you like (since it's part of how the exhibit's age). But it can also be dangerous, with many pokey and sharp things, so need to watch out while wandering. Art is a subjective thing, and I would not have guessed that I would have enjoyed his exhibit as much as I did (especiallyl the exhibits involving bowling balls and/or toilets as the main materials). But as I continued to look at his pieces, kept wondering 'What was he thinking?....How did he envision this would look 20 years after creation, as the desert enveloped?', both from an overall macro level, but also from a detailed, day-to-day accomplishment perspective. The setting of the desert is as integral as the recycled material itself. And I couldn't help but think...'is this what a end-of-the-world scenario would look like?'. And as certain parts of the exhibit degrades, will the foundation fix it...or is that the natural progression of his art? There is a handout near the entrance that tells the fascinating story of the artist's life. It's well worth reading.

This place is awesome! It's an outdoor art gallery of large sculptures and installations out in…read morethe middle of the desert. You have to drive out a little, but it's located in a neighborhood with a couple houses so close by, there are signs telling you it's private property. You can spend quite some time out here, immersing yourself in the artwork. My favorite is the toilet temple. It's built out of toilets, and you can walk through the archway made out of toilets. There are multiple structures built that you can walk through and feel as though you are walking through a place that is forbidden, including a shack, complete with bed and clothes hanging on a line. The artwork spans decades. He's a prolific artist. The majority of the sculptures have cables holding them down, so you have to be careful not to trip on them accidentally when walking up close, I'd you're not paying attention. I highly recommend visiting this place. Admission is free! Parking: Plenty of free designated parking.

Almost missed this place! the artwork is beautiful and the artist was welcoming…read more Absolutely worth a stop to check it out close to everything in town too. Don't miss it:)

We stopped here after our trip to Joshua Tree…read more Free entry. The museum is well maintained and staffed. There's a rock section that my son loved. They also had mounted bugs from the region. The highlight was the live little animals. I believe they have demonstrations. When we walked in a staff member was explaining fossils to a group of kids. Lots of parking available.

I am always so happy to discover little museums in an area that we are exploring! They were so…read morewonderful and welcoming here, the entrance is free, but donations are suggested. They even have a small gift shop and events throughout the year so you can have fun and explore. Plenty of easy parking and it wasn't too busy, highly recommended for a fun outing with children.

I visited the World Famous Crochet Museum earlier this year and I'm finally reviewing it. It's a…read morequirky roadside attraction just outside the entrance to Joshua Tree National Park at an art complex called Art Queen. The tiny museum, which reminds me of a hot dog stand, is filled to the brim with adorable crocheted items. It's impossible to take it all in because there is so much to look at, including crocheted animals, dolls, and characters from storybooks and nursery rhymes. There is even a small crocheted World Famous Crochet Museum. Only one or two people can fit in the museum at a time and it takes just a couple minutes to check it out. It's worth stopping at the Art Queen complex to see the World Famous Crochet Museum, especially if you like unconventional art, as well as the other galleries, studios, and shops located there.

When you are in the middle of the desert, you never know what quirky and unique places you might…read moreencounter. I spent my birthday here in Joshua Tree and when I travel I often look up places to visit which are unusual for the area. This little place popped up and I knew I had to visit. This is an old converted drive thru Fotomat kiosk like they used to have that was deserted and sat on the highway for many years before it was moved and transformed into this museum. It houses a large and uncounted collection of colorful crochet items. Shari Elf is the artist and has collected all these whimsical pieces. From animals, dolls, food and other characters there is a lot to take in. It is very eclectic and cute. Shari is known as the "Art Queen" and she also has a gallery of art. She asks you not to touch, just look. Donations are accepted via Venmo. This area also houses other small businesses worth exploring.

Went to a special music event with my son. It's a unique, fun location. They had a bar set up and a…read moregreat found truck outside. Parking was easy and it's a great high desert venue

Stopped here on our way back from Joshua Tree and so glad we…read moredid. It was as if we had walked into the past! This was a great spot to stretch our legs and walk around looking at all the quaintness! There was a lasso for people to try and hook onto horns. There's also a small petting zoo. Great stop for kids There were restaurants too but we didn't end up eating here. Got some great pictures.

Pioneertown really does feel like stepping onto an old Western movie set. The wooden buildings and…read moredusty streets give it that classic Wild West vibe, but it's also a real place you can walk around and explore at your own pace. We didn't expect to enjoy it as much as we did, but the atmosphere is just so cool and different from anywhere else nearby. It's great for wandering, taking photos, and just soaking in the scenery. It also has a small petting zoo inside ($10 per person), along with some pretty unique (and super expensive lol) shops, and a couple of restaurant bars (I'd strongly recommend making a reservation ahead of time since it gets packed pretty easily.) We had a great time during our visit to Yucca Valley, and Pioneertown ended up being one of the highlights of the trip!

Tiffany was a great guide. The museum is a must see if you are anywhere near Desert Hot Springs…read more The gift shop is nice with quality gifts.

Despite my frequent visits to Desert Hot Springs, I was unable to explore this museum due to…read morelimited tour schedule. Guided tour times for the main season (October 1 - May 23): 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday through Friday. * During the summer (May 27 - September 30): guided tours at 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., Tuesday through Thursday. I slept until 12pm check out time at nearby hotel and slowly made my way here. Upon entering the trading post to purchase ticket, a gentleman offered me a guided tour, which was to commence in 10 minutes. Though it wasn't in my plan but I eagerly accepted, and we began. Turned out, it became one of the highlight of my trip! Located at above sea The tour started in a small room with public exhibitions providing an introduction to Cabot Yerxa's life, including his discovery of water in the desert with the aid of his Native American friend. As we progressed, I gained a deeper understanding of Cabot's diverse talents as an adventurer, pioneer, and self-made artist, writer, and photographer. The Pueblo house, constructed from entirely recycled materials, showcased his resourcefulness, with each door and window uniquely crafted. Cabot's decision to relocate to Desert Hot Springs was motivated by an offer of 60 acres of land for homesteading. The guided tour provided an intimate perspective, allowing us to step back in time and observe the lives of Cabot and his family. I found myself pondering the type of woman who could complement a man of Cabot's character, and it was revealed that his second wife, whom he met at 60, shared similar interests and assisted him in giving museum tours. in return , he built a room on the 2nd floor for her comfort, it has. Bathtubs , he jokingly said that's probably the only thing that's mail ordered in this house

I visited this location during the weekday. It is…read moreinteresting and has local shops. Sort of like Knott's Berry Farm. You have to go to the building first on your right to see the film on the history of this town. The gun show is only on weekends which would had made the visit more interesting. There is a restaurant which is packed even during the week Go there early to avoid a long wait. Free Parking is available but make sure you take your walking shoes since it's just dirt and only walking wood walkways in front of shops hat, sunglasses, water, sunscreen and jacket. It rained there since it was up in the mountains but was not raining in the desert. There is a wool weaving demonstrations at one of the shops. Bring toilet paper and a backpack if you like shopping. I visited late February

The Pioneertown Wild West Theater is a FREE venue and open to the public. It offers a nice…read morecommunity atmosphere and is located next to Pappy & Harriets in Pioneertown, Ca. There is enjoyment for all ages and the audience is welcomed to participate in the performance. It truly great entertainment for the family!