The museum campus contains the Smiley-Tyler House, a 1926 adobe home which houses the main exhibits, the historic 1909 Schoolhouse, and the soon to be opened Date Museum. Also, the spacious grounds hold a variety of gardens, including a Memorial Date Garden, a Japanese Garden, and the oldest Cork Oak tree in the Coachella Valley. Other highlights include our Submarine house, a Blacksmith shop, and the archives for the Historical Society.

 

The Coachella Valley History Museum is open from 10 to 4 on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and 1 to 4 on Sunday.

School tours are offered Monday through Thursday with reservations. For further information call 760.342.6651

The archives are available for research Monday through Thursday from 10 to 4 by appointment only.

 

Please call 760.342.6651 The museum is located at 82-616 Miles Avenue, Indio, CA 92201, near Old Town Indio.

 

Rent the property:

The museum grounds are a beautiful setting for all sorts of events. We welcome private parties, photographers, and weddings to consider renting our grounds. We also have an auditorium that can be utilized for indoor purposes. Please contact us if you wish to tour the campus or to learn more about our rental options. 760.342.6651. Or you may email erin@cvhm.org.