The Twentynine Palms Historical Society has put out a call for volunteers to help at the Old Schoolhouse museum. Volunteers will work in pairs, greeting visitors, conducting tours, and helping run the gift shop. Any residents interested in…
The youngsters of today are the old timers of tomorrow, and the Twentynine Palms Historical Society is encouraging youth to learn about the area’s history with a special program. Reporter Ernest Figueroa tells us more… Accompanied by an…
The Desert Institute and the Twentynine Palms Historical Society are hosting an online discussion about the hidden world under the desert soil. Naturalist Robin Kobaly will lead an illustrated tour through the desert underground. The lecture is…
The Twentynine Palms Historical Society Old Schoolhouse Museum has been closed since March 16, 2020 due to COVID-19. But good news for history buffs: the historical society plans to re-open the museum to visitors tomorrow (Wednesday, March 17).…
It was August 25, 1916 when President Woodrow Wilson signed the Organic Act, thus creating the National Park Service as a new federal bureau in the Department of the Interior responsible for protecting the 35 national parks and monuments then…
Growing up in the Morongo Basin is a unique experience. The desert life often leaves an impression on those raised here. A former Twentynine Palms resident recently published a book taking a walk down memory lane and reflecting on growing up…
The Desert Institute and the Twentynine Palms Historical Society will be hosting another virtual event called “Wilderness Fantastic.” Reporter Heather Clisby has details… On Friday, December 11, the Second Friday Old Schoolhouse lecture…
The Old Schoolhouse Lecture Series continues on Friday, November 13, with a virtual look at the Desert Queen Ranch. Reporter Heather Clisby has details … The Desert Institute and the Twentynine Palms Old Schoolhouse continue their partnership…
The Twentynine Palms Historical Society will hold its annual weed show this weekend. The weed show features desert residents competing for the best composition using local weeds and found objects in a variety of themed categories, including one…
The Twentynine Palms Historical Society will hold its annual weed show this weekend. The weed show features desert residents competing for the best composition using local weeds and found objects in a variety of themed categories, including one…
A local tradition that began in 1941 is back, stronger than ever. The 79th annual Weed Show will illustrate how a little creativity combined with our unique desert plants can lead to unique works of art. Reporter Heather Clisby has details … …
Since 2014, the Twentynine Palms Historical Society has honored long-time residents who have enriched the city by bestowing the title “Old Timer of the Year.” The 2020 recipient has been announced. Reporter Heather Clisby has details…. The…
“A History of Off-Roading in the California Desert, 1945-1990.” That’s the title of this Friday’s 7 p.m. Old Schoolhouse lecture presented by the Twentynine Palms Historical Society and the Desert Institute. Off-highway vehicle use is one of…
Over the past century, many celebrities have visited or made their homes in Twentynine Palms. Managing editor Tami Roleff says a movie star and famous swimmer was once named honorary mayor of the city… Esther Williams learned how to ride a…
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and acting out of the utmost caution for their volunteers and visitors, The 29 Palms Historical Society Board has extended the temporary closure of the Old Schoolhouse Museum through the month of June.
The Second Friday Old Schoolhouse lecture scheduled for Friday, April 10 has been cancelled.
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