March Events:

First Thursday Concert:Sandii Castleberry and Friends

Thursday, March 2, 2017

5-6 pm FREE

La Quinta resident and Bluegrass musician Sandii Castleberry will entertain during a twilight concert in the courtyard.

Preschool Story Time and Craft
with Miss Beth

Wednesday, March 1, 2017

10-10:30 am   FREE

Come and enjoy a fun time with stories, songs, and a craft!

Coloring Club for Adults

Friday, March 3, and
Friday, March 17, 2017
1-3 pm  FREE

We are coloring on the first and third Fridays of the month.  Bring your pencils, markers, and a friend and join the fun of this re-discovered pastime. Coloring pages will be provided, and coloring books are available for purchase in the Museum gift shop. 

Reading: All Ways a Woman

Wednesday, March 8, 2017

2-3 pm FREE

All Ways a Woman is a celebration of women as seen through the eyes of watercolorist Lynn Centeno and the pen of author/poet Carol Mann. Meet the authors and enjoy a reading from their newly published book.

An Evening with Chip Miller

An Evening with Chip Miller

Thursday, March 9, 2017
7-8:30pm  FREE

Enjoy a screening of a special St. Patrick's Day stage show with Director/writer/artist & musician Chip Miller! The National Dance Company of Ireland and The Young Irish Tenors, along with 15 Irish musicians, fill the stage. Chip will host a Q&A, provide commentary and behind-the-scenes stories. Don't forget to wear green!
 
Refreshments provided by the La Quinta Historical Society.

Brown Bag TED* Talk

Tuesday, March 14, 2017
12 noon  FREE

Bring your lunch and enjoy a TED talk on the big screen! Each month, we explore a new and entertaining topic.

This month, we'll watch and discuss Brad Meltzer's "How To Write Your Own Obituary."

Cookies and water are provided

*TED is Technology, Entertainment, Design

Family Craft Day with
S.C.R.A.P. Gallery

Saturday, March 25, 2017
11 am- 12 noon

Join us for a fun morning of crafting! S.C.R.A.P. Gallery always has a great program with recycling and upcycling.

Trending Topics

Tuesday, March 28, 2017
11am-12pm

Be sure to come by the Museum and meet your newest representatives on the La Quinta City Council.  Councilwoman Kathleen Fitzpatrick and Councilman Steve Sanchez will be available to discuss all things La Quinta. Coffee and pastry will be served.

Good Reads in the Gallery
 Book Club

Thursday, March 30, 2017
5-6 pm

Pick up a copy of
"A Girl Named Zippy"
by Haven Kimmel at the Museum and then join our discussion group! Refreshments will be served. (There are a limited number of free copies at the Museum, and the title is also available for checkout at the La Quinta Public Library

February Events:

First Thursday Concert:
Francesca Amari

Thursday, February 2, 2017

5-6 pm FREE

Join us in the courtyard for a twilight concert with cabaret singer, Francesca Amari!

Preschool Story Time and Craft
with Miss Beth

Wednesday, February 1, 2017

10-10:30 am   FREE

Come and enjoy a fun time with stories, songs, and a craft!

La Quinta Museum

Coloring Club for Adults

Friday, February 3, and
Friday, February 17, 2017
1-3 pm  FREE

We are coloring on the first and third Fridays of the month.  Bring your pencils, markers, and a friend and join the fun of this re-discovered pastime. Coloring pages will be provided, and coloring books are available for purchase in the Museum gift shop. 

An Evening with Chip Miller

Thursday, February 9, 2017
7-8:30 pm  FREE

Enjoy a screening of a PBS Special with Director/ writer/ artist & musician Chip Miller! Chip will host a Q&A, provide commentary and behind-the-scenes stories.

Refreshments provided by the La Quinta Historical Society.

Brown Bag TED* Talk

Tuesday, February 14, 2017
12 noon  FREE

Bring your lunch and enjoy a TED talk on the big screen! Each month, we explore a new and entertaining topic.

This month, we'll listen to Freeman Hrabowski's "4 Pillars of College Success in Science" and Stew's "Black Men Ski".

Cookies and water are provided*TED is Technology, Entertainment, Design

Good Reads in the Gallery
 Book Club

Thursday, February 23, 2017
5-6 pm FREE

Pick up a copy of "Their Eyes Were Watching God" by Zora Neale Hurston at the Museum and then join our discussion group! Refreshments will be served. (There are a limited number of free copies at the Museum, and the title is also available for checkout at the La Quinta Public Library.)

Family Craft Day with
S.C.R.A.P. Gallery

Saturday, February 25, 2017
11 am- 12 noon FREE

Join us for a fun morning of crafting! S.C.R.A.P. Gallery always has a great program with recycling and upcycling.

Trending Topics

Tuesday, February 28, 2017
10-11 am FREE

Desert resident/ author Lydia Kremer will be speaking about her latest book, "100 Things To Do in Palm Springs Before You Die". Coffee and pastry will be served.

December Events

La Quinta Historical Society
Casita Lighting

Thursday, December 1, 2016
5-7 pm


Mark your calendar for the 2nd annual Casita Lighting! There will be mariachi music and refreshments as we celebrate the upcoming holiday season.

La Quinta Museum's

By Design 2016

Don't miss your last chance to enjoy this peek into design and how it shapes-- and is shaped by-- our everyday lives. Our look at Postmodernism and Post-postmodernism is on display through December 31, 2016.

La Quinta Museum

Coloring Club for Adults

Friday, December 2, and
Friday, December 16, 2016
1-3 pm  FREE

We are coloring on the first and third Fridays of the month.  Bring your pencils, markers, and a friend and join the fun of this re-discovered pastime. Coloring pages will be provided, and coloring books are available for purchase in the Museum gift shop.

Brown Bag TED* Talk

Tuesday, December 6, 2016
12 noon  FREE

Bring your lunch and enjoy a TED talk on the big screen! Each month, we explore a new and entertaining topic.

This month:
Luke Syson's "How I learned to stop worrying and love 'useless' art"and Rives' "The Museum of Four in the Morning"  

Preschool Story Time and Craft with Miss Beth

Wednesday, December 7, 2016
10-10:30 am   FREE


Come and enjoy a fun time with stories, songs, and a craft!

An Evening with Chip Miller

Thursday, December 8, 2016
7-8:30pm  FREE

Enjoy an exclusive screening of the new 2016/17 PBS Special "The Kingston Trio Celebration," an all-star PBS Television concert event! Director/ writer/ artist & musician Chip Miller will host a Q&A, provide commentary and behind-the-scenes stories.
 
Refreshments provided by the La Quinta Historical Society.

5th Annual Artists Studio Tour
Sunday, December 11, 2016
10am-5pm




This is the 5th Annual Artists Studio Tour! Meet the artists in their space and learn about their creative process.  Maps and bracelets are available at the Museum on the day of the tour. Cost is $10 per person. Sponsored by the La Quinta Historical Society.

Holiday Crafts and Cookies

Wednesday, December 14, 2016
1-3pm FREE

Join us for an afternoon of holiday crafting fun! Bring an old paperback book and turn it into a holiday tree or angel. Refreshments! This program is for adults.

November Events:

La Quinta Museum's

By Design 2016

Mid-Century and Post Modernism have arrived at the Museum!
Experience influences in Fashion, Interior, Industrial, Architectural, and Landscape Design from 1945-Present. 

Please join us as we continue an exciting year of design!

Preschool Story Time and Craft with Miss Beth

Wednesday, November 2, 2016

10-10:30 am   FREE

Come and enjoy a fun time with stories, songs, and a craft!

First Thursday Concert: The Swing Kittens

Thursday, November 3, 2016

5-6pm  FREE

Join us in the Courtyard for The Swing Kittens, as this trio performs great Big Band hits!

La Quinta Museum

Coloring Club for Adults

Friday, November 4 and
Friday, November 18, 2016
1-3 pm  FREE

We are coloring on the first and third Fridays of the month.  Bring your pencils, markers, and a friend and join the fun of this re-discovered pastime. Coloring pages will be provided, and coloring books are available for purchase in the Museum gift shop. 

Brown Bag TED* Talk

Tuesday, November 15, 2016
12 noon  FREE

Bring your lunch and enjoy a TED talk on the big screen! Each month, we explore a new and entertaining topic.

This month, we'll view Charlie Todd's
"Shared Experience of Absurdity"
and Joe Smith's
"How to Use a Paper Towel"

Cookies and water are provided
*TED is Technology, Entertainment, Design

An Evening with Chip Miller

Thursday, November 10, 2016
7-8:30pm  FREE

 Join us for a screening of Trini Lopez Unplugged: Live at Cal State University, directed and shot by director/writer/artist and musician Chip Miller.  Chip will answer questions and share stories about this special, featuring Trini Lopez up close and unplugged, acoustically performing six of his hit songs followed by a Q&A for a packed house at Cal State.
Refreshments provided by the La Quinta Historical Society.

Family Craft Day

with S.C.R.A.P. Gallery
Saturday, November 19, 2016
11am-12 noon FREE



Enjoy some Saturday family time crafting at the Museum!  S.C.R.A.P. Gallery always has a great program with recycling and upcycling.

La Quinta Historical Society
Casita Lighting

Thursday, December 1, 2016

5-7 pm

Mark your calendar for the 2nd annual Casita Lighting! There will be mariachi music and refreshments as we celebrate the upcoming holiday season.

October Events:

La Quinta Museum's

By Design 2016

Mid-Century and Post Modernism have arrived at the Museum!
Experience influences in Fashion, Interior, Industrial, Architectural, and Landscape Design from 1945-Present. 

Please join us as we continue an exciting year of design!

Preschool Story Time and Craft with Miss Beth

Wednesday, October 5, 2016

10-10:30 am   FREE

Come and enjoy a fun time with stories, songs, and a craft!

First Thursday Concert: The Refills
Thursday, October 6, 2016
5-6pm  FREE



Join us in the Courtyard for The Refills!
Great rock and roll music to get you in the mood for Desert Trip-- and enter to win a $25 gift certificate, courtesy of Old Town La Quinta!

La Quinta Museum 

Coloring Club for Adults

Friday, October 7 and

Friday, October 12, 2016

1-3 pm  FREE

We are coloring on the first and third Fridays of the month.  Bring your pencils, markers, and a friend and join the fun of this re-discovered pastime. Coloring pages will be provided, and coloring books are available for purchase in the Museum gift shop. 

Brown Bag TED* Talk

Tuesday, October 11, 2016
12 noon  FREE

Bring your lunch and enjoy a TED talk on the big screen! 

Each month, we explore a new and entertaining topic.
 This month we will hear John Green's "The Nerd's Guide to Learning Everything Online".
Some of us learn best in the classroom, and some of us ... well, we don't. But we still love to learn -- we just need to find the way that works for us. In this charming, personal talk, author John Green shares the community of learning that he found in online video​.

Cookies and water are provided

*TED is Technology, Entertainment, Design

An Evening with Chip Miller

Thursday, October 13, 2016
7-8:30pm  FREE


Spectacular! Stirring! Sweeping! Stunning! Senational! These are what television viewers, critics, and Public Television stations across the country and in Canada are saying after seeing "Rhythm of the Dance." Shot on location in Ireland, at 48 exterior locations as well as on stage in Amsterdam, this unique and ambitious project took over two years to film and produce. Directo/writer/artist & musician Chip Miller will host a Q & A, and provide commentary and behind-the-scenes stories. Refreshments provided by the La Quinta Historical Society.

Family Craft Day with S.C.R.A.P. Gallery

Saturday, October 22, 201611am-12 noon FREE

Enjoy some Saturday family time crafting at the Museum!  S.C.R.A.P. Gallery always has a great program with recycling and upcycling.

 Trending Topics
Tuesday, October 25, 2016  
10-11am   FREE

We have invited representatives of CV Link to come and discuss this proposed valley-wide project. Coffee and pastry will be served.

Good Reads in the Gallery
Book Club

Thursday, October 27, 2016
5-6pm FREE

Wrap a copy of your favorite book to give away! We'll share what we love about our favorites, and everyone will take home a great new read!

Refreshments will be served.





La Quinta Artist Studio Tour – December 2016

The La Quinta Museum invites artists living in La Quinta to let us know if you are interested in participating in the 5th annual studio tour to be held in early December 2016.  Participants must be current residents of La Quinta.  Email, call or stop by the Museum for more information. Please let us hear from you!  Thank you!

September Events:

La Quinta Museum's

By Design 2016

Mid-Century and Post Modernism have arrived at the Museum!
Experience influences in Fashion, Interior, Industrial, Architectural, and Landscape Design from 1945-1990. 

Please join us as we continue an exciting year of design!

La Quinta Museum

Coloring Club for Adults

Fridays
1-3 pm  FREE

All month long! Every Friday afternoon we will be coloring from 1-3 pm.  Bring your pencils, markers, and a friend and join the fun of this re-discovered pastime. Coloring pages will be provided, and coloring books are available for purchase in the Museum gift shop.

Preschool Story Time and Craft 

with Miss Beth

Wednesday, September 7, 2016

10-10:30 am   FREE

Come and enjoy a fun time with stories, songs, and a craft!

Brown Bag TED* Talk

Tuesday, September 13, 2016
12 noon  FREE

Bring your lunch and enjoy a TED talk on the big screen! 

Each month, we explore a new and entertaining topic.

This month we have two talks:

Peter Molyneux’s “Meet Milo” and

Chris Kluwe’s “How Reality will Change Sports”.

One talk is fascinating and ingenious, the

other is informative and inspiring.

Cookies and water are provided

*TED is Technology, Entertainment, Design



Family Craft Day with S.C.R.A.P. Gallery

Saturday, September 17, 2016

11am-12 noon FREE

Enjoy some Saturday family time crafting at the Museum!  S.C.R.A.P. Gallery always has a great program with recycling and upcycling. 

An Evening with Chip Miller

Thursday, September 22, 2016
7-8:30pm  FREE

Director/writer/artist & musician, Chip Miller will host a Q&A following a screening of "Encanto del Caribe" shot on location in Puerto Rico and featuring singing star Marc Anthony. Chip will provide commentary and behind-the-scenes stories. Refreshments provided by the La Quinta Historical Society.

Trending Topics
Tuesday, September 27, 2016  
10-11am   FREE

 Come and meet the City Manager, Frank Spevacek.
Frank will be here to answer questions and talk with you about our city of La Quinta.

Good Reads in the Gallery
Book Club

Thursday, September 29, 2016

5-6pm FREE

Stop by the Museum to pick up a copy of "Please Don't Eat the Daisies"  by Jean Kerr, and then join our discussion group.
Refreshments will be served.
(There are limited free copies available at the Museum; the title is also available for checkout at the La Quinta Public Library.)

La Quinta Artist Studio Tour – December 2016
The La Quinta Museum invites artists living in La Quinta to let us know if you are interested in participating in the 5^th annual studio tour to be held in early December 2016.  Participants must be current residents of La Quinta.  Email, call or stop by the Museum for more information. Please let us hear from you!  Thank you!