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Interesting things to see/do in Palm Springs? |
Tiki Lew
Tiki Centralite
Joined: Jan 12, 2008
Posts: 26 |  Posted: 2008-05-29 05:54 am Permalink
I know there have been multiple posts on Palm Springs, but the info is very scattered so please forgive the new post. I'll be in Palm Springs next weekend and would appreciate suggestions for cool Tiki and retro stuff. I've read about Hawaiian Bill's/Caliente Tropics, Royal Hawaiian Estates, Hale Iwa Joe's and Buddy Greco's on other threads. Thanks.
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greenfuzz
Member
Joined: Apr 16, 2007
Posts: 10
From: Tempe, Arizona
| Posted: 2008-05-29 11:41 am Permalink
There's a lowbrow/pop surrealist art gallery in palm springs called M Modern that has a tiki art show on exhibit through May. The show includes...ahem two of my paintings.
Here's some info http://www.mmodern.com/
Here's images from the show: http://www.photoshopshowcase.com/ViewFlashMedia.aspx?AID=120630&AT=3
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Tiki Lew
Tiki Centralite
Joined: Jan 12, 2008
Posts: 26 | Posted: 2008-05-29 2:34 pm Permalink
Looks like a very cool show, thanks. I'm bummed it ends the day I arrive.
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WooHooWahine
Grand Member (7 years) 
Joined: Mar 04, 2005
Posts: 2902
From: Mission (Impossible) Viejo, Ca
| Posted: 2008-05-29 8:19 pm Permalink
You have to meet Wildsville Man. He's Mr. Tiki of Palm Springs 
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bigbrotiki
Tiki Socialite
Joined: Mar 25, 2002
Posts: 10562
From: Tiki Island, above the Silverlake
| Posted: 2008-05-30 12:22 pm Permalink
These folks below sell a great MAP to all the best preserved mid-century modern sites in Palm Springs:
http://www.psmodcom.com/buildings.html
No other city has that many left in such a small area.
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sparklegem
Tiki Socialite
Joined: Jul 20, 2003
Posts: 204
From: The Living Conditioned Homes
| Posted: 2008-05-31 07:22 am Permalink
The Palm Springs Modern Committee has a terrific map and an outstanding website: http://www.psmodcom.com/
We love mid century so we tour homes and buildings and go shopping.
I think that Palm Springs has a good website with a calender that might be helpful. I just googled Palm Springs Events and came up with a ton of stuff.
Have fun!!
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sparklegem
Tiki Socialite
Joined: Jul 20, 2003
Posts: 204
From: The Living Conditioned Homes
| Posted: 2008-05-31 07:23 am Permalink
oops, sorry to repeat things I did not refresh this page from yesterday before I posted
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Tiki Lew
Tiki Centralite
Joined: Jan 12, 2008
Posts: 26 | Posted: 2008-06-14 10:42 am Permalink
Belated thanks to all for the info. The PSModcom map was a godsend - I would've missed a lot without it. Hale Iwa Joe's was pretty neat. The Reef Bar at the Caliente Tropics was a little disappointing, but the drinks were right on target. We saw lots of incredible mid-century architecture including the Royal Hawaiian Estates. Great retro dining, lounge entertainment, and thrift store shopping. Hopefully next year I can line up my trip with Tiki Caliente weekend.
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DavidinBellingham
Member
Joined: Jan 21, 2012
Posts: 2 | Posted: 2012-01-21 12:11 pm Permalink
I hope reviving this thread is proper etiquette. I am vacationing in Palm Springs next week (Jan 23 to 30 2012) and want the Tiki lowdown. I am also a fan of MCM, surf music, and Rat Pack. Your suggestions are welcomed. Is Wildsville Man still pouring drinks in Palm Springs?
Thanks,
David
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Wayfarer
Tiki Socialite
Joined: Jun 03, 2009
Posts: 290
From: Mamlakat al-Baḥrayn
| Posted: 2012-01-21 9:08 pm Permalink
There's also a great air museum too if you're into those.
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tikitonga
Grand Member (first year) 
Joined: Apr 09, 2002
Posts: 115 | Posted: 2012-04-16 1:36 pm Permalink
David, how was your January trip? We are headed there in June and are trying to get an itinerary together so any thoughts would be appreciated!
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