A Bert's Eye View - Palm Springs Modernism, History and much More

Palm Springs doors. From turquoise to bubble gum pink. Our doors are a statement of fun, creativity, and joy.

This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week— the celebration of midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture in sunny Palm Springs, California. Join the fun in October and February with tours, talks, parties, and more—tickets and details at ⁠modernismweek.com⁠.

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While commercial buildings and residences often get the spotlight for their Modernist architecture, Palm Springs has a number of houses of worship that are worth celebrating. We take a look at some of the mid-century designs.

This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week — your ticket to the best in midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture, all in vibrant Palm Springs, California. Mark your cal...

Drive-In theaters were once everywhere, and Palm Springs had two! They are long gone, but we remember them with fondness.

This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week — your ticket to the best in midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture, all in vibrant Palm Springs, California. Mark your calendar for October and February, when the city comes alive with tours, talks, parties, and more. Explore ...

Raymond Loewy, the Father of Industrial Design, enjoys the climate in Palm Springs so much that he builds a house!

This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week — your ticket to the best in midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture, all in vibrant Palm Springs, California. Mark your calendar for October and February, when the city comes alive with tours, talks, parties, and more. Explore the ful...

The game of tennis has been an integral part of Palm Springs for almost a century. Here we take a look at the "royal sport" played by the common person.

This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week — your ticket to the best in midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture, all in vibrant Palm Springs, California. Mark your calendar for October and February, when the city comes alive with tours, tal...

Robolights! Has been delighting bus guests for many years! We walk through this unique art exhibit and get details from its creator, Kenny Irwin.

If you want to tour Robolights, text Kenny at 760-774-0318 to make an appointment. Admission is free, and purchases of his smaller scale art are greatly appreciated!

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Preview for February 2026 Modernism Week opens today and ticket sales start November 1st!

We polled the folks who put together the Modernism Week Festivals and asked them for their top tips for making your visit the best ever!

1. If you have only a few hours and therefore time for only one thing, jump on a double-decker bus tour.  Perfect overview of Palm Springs’ mid-century modern architecture, both residential and commercial, whil...

Kaptur Plaza - perhaps not mid-century but worth saving nonetheless as a part of Palm Springs architecture history!

This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week — your ticket to the best in midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture, all in vibrant Palm Springs, California. Mark your calendar for October and February, when the city comes alive with tours, talks, parties, and more. Explore th...

From one tour on a smelly London bus 20 years ago to multiple tours on board sleek, open-air double-decker buses today - we've learned a lot about creating tours as part of the Modernism Week experience!

This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week — your ticket to the best in midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture, all in vibrant Palm Springs, California. Mark your calendar for Octo...

Designed right here in Palm Springs in 1961. The Studebaker Avanti, a true midcentury classic, lives on in the hearts of collectors and enthusiasts!

Thank you to Gary Gand for the image of his gold 1963 Studebaker Avanti.

This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week— the celebration of midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture in sunny Palm Springs, California. Join the fun in October and Februa...

Live on island time in the desert as we explore Tiki culture today and its roots, and find why Tiki was and is so popular in Palm Springs.

This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week— the celebration of midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture in sunny Palm Springs, California. Join the fun in October and February with tours, talks, parties, and more—tickets and details at ⁠modernismweek.com⁠...

Tom O'Donnell, oilman, visionary, and philanthropist, had a profound impact on Palm Springs' early history and growth.

To see the 2002 episode with Huell Howser touring the O'Donnell house, copy and paste this link into your browser:

https://blogs.chapman.edu/huell-howser-archives/2002/09/27/odonnel-house-palm-springs-week-36/

This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week— the celebration of midcentury and mode...

There are numerous rumors circulating about Palm Springs—everything from Marilyn Monroe's house to Thomas O'Donnell's crypt above the golf course. We're looking for the truth in this episode!

This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week— the celebration of midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture in sunny Palm Springs, California. Join the fun in October and February with tours, talks, parties...

With one of the highest ratios of swimming pools to population, we take a look at the history and attractions of pools in Palm Springs.

This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week— the celebration of midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture in sunny Palm Springs, California. Join the fun in October and February with tours, talks, parties, and more—tickets and details at ⁠modernismweek.com⁠.

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The Palm Springs Art Museum opened in its present location and building almost 50 years ago. We delve into its history today.

This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week— the celebration of midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture in sunny Palm Springs, California. Join the fun in October and February with tours, talks, parties, and more—tickets and details at ⁠modernismweek.com⁠.

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Poolside Gossip, the 1970 photo that has come to symbolize Palm Springs and the desert lifestyle. This is the story of how that photo came to be!

This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week— the celebration of midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture in sunny Palm Springs, California. Join the fun in October and February with tours, talks, parties, and more—tickets and details at ⁠modernismwe...

It's been almost three decades since Ol' Blue Eyes passed away. But his presence here in the Valley is as strong as when he lived and entertained here. In this episode, I take a look at when Frank came to Palm Springs and his impact as a celebrity and philanthropist in the Valley.

This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week— the celebration of midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture in sunny...

This is an episode about resilience and calm in the face of adversity, and a part of Palm Springs' history that should not be forgotten. I interview Miss Thelma, a (nearly) lifelong Palm Springs resident who was impacted by the removal of homes on Section 14 - an unpleasant time in Palm Springs history.

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For more than 50 years, the Desert Circus celebrated Palm Springs' love for horses and riding through the desert with an annual festival. Parades, car races, pageants, all to raise money for charity.

This episode of A Bert’s Eye View is brought to you by Modernism Week— the celebration of midcentury and modern architecture, design, and culture in sunny Palm Springs, California. Join the fun in October and February with tours, talks,...