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Palm Springs Art Museum

Palm Springs Art Museum

Palm Springs' main art museum, a short walk from Palm Canyon Drive, with modern and contemporary art, Western and Native American collections, glass, and rotating exhibitions. Related sites include the Architecture and Design Center on South Palm Canyon, the restored Aluminaire House, and the Faye Sarkowsky Sculpture Garden in Palm Desert.

Hours
Thu noon–8pm; Fri–Sun 10am–5pm; closed Mon–Wed. Check the official calendar for exceptions.
Admission
General admission: $25 adults; $23 seniors 62+; $17 students/teachers. Covers the main museum and Architecture and Design Center. Free under 18, active-duty military and families, and qualifying NARM/ROAM participants. Thu 5–8pm free with advance registration requested.
Address
101 N Museum Dr, Palm Springs, CA
Parking
Follow official directions for 101 Museum Drive and posted parking restrictions. Accessible permit parking is available across from the Box Office and in the south lot; the north lot has a passenger drop-off near an elevator to the lower level. Check current general parking arrangements before arrival.
Allow
Allow 90 minutes to 2 hours
Accessibility
The museum identifies wheelchair-accessible exhibits, north-lot drop-off with elevator access, and south-lot ramp access. Standard wheelchairs are available at no charge from Security. Contact the museum in advance for specific accommodations; separate Aluminaire House viewing is exterior only.

Before you go

  • Check your date against the official admission calendar; the museum is normally closed Monday–Wednesday.
  • Register for Free Thursday Night and have your ticket ready to scan at the main entrance.
  • General admission covers the main museum and the separate Architecture and Design Center at 300 S Palm Canyon Drive.
  • The museum is cashless from October 15, 2026.
  • Aluminaire House is free to view from outside during posted hours; there is no interior access.
Tickets & bookingOfficial website

Booking opens on psmuseum.org, the attraction’s ticketing site.

Details checked October 16, 2026.

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