Modernism Week Underway with Tours, Presentations and More

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) - The annual 11-day celebration of midcentury architecture, art and design was underway today in Palm Springs during Modernism Week.

The festival features more than 400 tours, programs and events, with a portion of the proceeds to benefit the nonprofit and other local preservation, neighborhood and community groups.

The Community and Meeting Place will host an array of experiences and special events, including stylish themed parties, mahjong meetups and a student art exhibition by Coachellart Camp is located inside the Hyatt Palm Springs, at 285 N. Palm Canyon, and is open to the public from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. during Modernism Week. 

The first night will conclude with ``Modernist Motown,'' an opening night party presented by Ferguson Home at 7 p.m., featuring live Motown classics, cocktails and a retro-inspired look.

There will be numerous tours, presentations, exhibitions and special events through Feb. 22, such as the Andreas Hills II neighborhood tour, uptown design district tour, Palm Springs modernism show and Modernism Week vintage car show, "Starlight Soiree."  

More information on schedules and ticketing can be found at modernismweek.com.