LA QUINTA MUSEUM

77885 Avenida

La Quinta, CA 92253 (760) 777-7170

The La Quinta Museum is open Tuesday - Saturday, 10am - 4pm. Admission and programs are FREE

Exhibits

In the Fields of the North/En los Campos del Norte

In the Fields of the North is a series of evocative photographs by photographer and journalist David Bacon, accompanied by moving oral narratives – fully translated into English and Spanish –that take visitors into the contemporary world of migrant farmworkers. On exhibit through April 15, 2023. This exhibit is produced in partnership with the California Rural Legal Assistance and the Binational Front of Indigenous Organizations and is traveled by Exhibit Envoy.

La Quinta Legend: Dorothy Arzner

Explore the life of this Hollywood trailblazer, Dorothy Arzner. She was the only woman director during the “Golden Age” of Hollywood, with the largest body of work of any woman director to this day. A groundbreaker in the film industry, she also “broke ground” here in La Quinta, building a home that she shared with her partner, Marion Morgan.

EVENTS

Thursday, February 2, 5-6 p.m.

Music at the Museum: High Road Band

Join us in the courtyard as High Road Band plays rock and blues with a “Looking for Love” theme.

Programs

As programs are subject to change, please find the latest information on our FREE programs at facebook.com/ LaQuintaMuseum/events.

Friday, February 3 & 17, 1-3 p.m.

Sketchbook Journaling

Get in touch with your inner artist with sketchbook journaling. Basic supplies provided.

Wednesday, February 8, 1 p.m.

TED Talk Hangout

Enjoy a TED talk on the big screen, and then discuss. Featured this month is “The mission to Safeguard Black History in the U.S.” by Julieanna L. Richardson.

Saturday, February 11, 1-3 p.m.

Genealogy Meet-Up

Are you interested in your family tree? Are you a beginner or an expert in all things Genealogy? Come join a discussion and collaboration.

Tuesday, February 14 & 28, 1-3 p.m. STITCH Fiber Arts Group

Bring your fiber project to work on while you meet with friends old and new, share what you’ve been working on, and get inspired for your next project.

Tuesday, February 21, 11 a.m. Take a Break with Huell Watch an episode of Huell Howser’s California’s Gold on the big screen. This month, Huell learns all about Coachella Valley dates at Shields Date Garden in Indio.

Thursday, February 23, 3 p.m.: Good Books in the Gallery

This month’s book is Mecca by Susan Straight. A limited number of free copies are available for book club participants –call 760.777.7170 to request one.