History

The Marilyn Monroe Statue in Palm Springs

A Larger-than-Life Icon in the Desert In the heart of Palm Springs, California, stands a larger-than-life statue of one of the most iconic actresses and models of the 20th century, Marilyn Monroe. Known as “Forever Marilyn,” this impressive artwork has become a must-see attraction for residents and tourists alike. The …

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Uptown Palm Springs

Palm Springs, a desert resort city in California, has always been known for its luxurious lifestyle and natural beauty. With its warm and sunny weather year-round, Palm Springs is a popular destination for tourists and retirees alike. However, in recent years, a new area of Palm Springs has been rapidly …

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Sonny Bono’s Dream

Bronze Statue of Sonny Bono in downtown Palm Springs on Palm Canyon Drive

PalmSpings.com has played a significant role in creating a “year-round tourist destination” in Palm Springs. Developed in 1996 as one of the first geo-domain online destination, PalmSprings.com is a website that provides visitors with information about the city. The Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) is a renowned film festival …

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Modernism Week in Palm Springs

A Celebration of Mid-Century Design and Architecture For ten days every February, Palm Springs, California, comes alive with the sights and sounds of Modernism Week. This annual event, which began in 2006, celebrates the mid-century design and architecture that made the desert oasis a popular destination for Hollywood stars in …

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Marilyn Monroe Statue

Marilyn Monroe statue

Standing 26 feet tall, the “Forever Marilyn” sculpture once made its home in Palm Springs at the corner of Palm Canyon Drive and Tahquitz Way after a 10 month stay in Chicago. (See Kate Buckley’s article on the Marilyn Monroe Statue) She is now vacationing Latham Park in Stamford, Conn …

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