Explore Virtual Art Events in Greater Palm Springs: Modernism Week, Museums & More
Art enthusiasts and culture lovers in Greater Palm Springs have embraced innovative ways to connect with their passion amid changing times. Discovering virtual avenues to enjoy paintings, live performances, and striking architecture has become a creative pursuit in itself.
Local organizations are delivering exceptional online opportunities to immerse yourself in new artwork, captivating shows, and architectural wonders—all from the comfort of home.
Modernism Week
Architecture aficionados can indulge in designer estates, unique home tours, and insightful discussions through the Modernism Week Online Experience.
This annual celebration of midcentury modern design marks its 16th year as a hallmark event in Greater Palm Springs for art, design, and vintage culture fans. In-person events shifted to April for safer planning amid the pandemic. Meanwhile, February features over 20 exclusive video programs, including virtual tours of Palm Springs homes with homeowners and guests, an architectural driving tour of celebrity residences, films, educational content, an online auction, and a musical extravaganza.
Info: Tickets range from $15 to $75 per household viewing device. Visit modernismweek.com for details and purchases.
McCallum Theatre
The McCallum Theatre longs for its audiences, with the last live performance on March 11, 2020. To bridge the gap, they've launched the virtual Ghostlight Series in February, spotlighting past performers set to return. The debut episode garnered nearly 5,000 views in its first week.
Info: Learn more and access the series at mccallumtheatre.com—click SIGNUP.
Artists Council
The Artists Council presents its “Reflections 20/20” juried exhibition and sale virtually from February 22 to April 2. From 221 member submissions, 89 pieces were selected for this immersive 360-degree online gallery, mimicking a real museum walk-through with zoomable close-ups for deeper connection.
Additional virtual workshops, classes, critiques, and art book discussions keep members inspired and creating.
Info: Visit artistscouncil.com for classes and the exhibition.
Palm Springs Art Museum
The Palm Springs Art Museum engages members with virtual lectures, tours, and artist studio visits. Highlights include architect Hugh Kaptur's drawings and photos—like William Holden's Southridge home—Bill Anderson's Hollywood-era Palm Springs images, Helen Lundeberg's abstracts, and “Insiders View” interviews with locals like Jim Isermann and Gerald Clarke.
The Art Auction '21 with Sotheby's starts April 9, with free online previews for collectors.
Info: Explore at psmuseum.org.
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