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Celebrate Black History Month in Greater Palm Springs

by Katie Skrzek

Jan 24, 2024

© Visit Greater Palm Springs

Destinations / North America

February marks the celebration of Black History Month. This year, consider a trip to Greater Palm Springs, California, and participate in a variety of events throughout the month.

 

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Aneka Brown © Visit Greater Palm Springs

Learn more about the area’s history on a Palm Springs Black History Tour. The tour introduces travelers to key Black figures in the city’s history, including architect Paul R. Williams and land developer/city planner Lawrence Crossley. Lasting two–three hours, the tour concludes with a visit to Desert Highland Gateway Estates, Palm Springs’ largest predominantly Black neighborhood.

 

The Palm Springs Black History Committee presents community events. including a free basketball tournament, parade and fair.

 

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The Good House © Visit Greater Palm Springs

In addition to these events, support Black-owned businesses during your visit. Wellness hotel The Good House is one of the only Black-owned hospitality properties in southern California. Foodie travelers, consider a stop at Black-owned restaurants Uncle D’s Smokehouse BBQ & Grill and Brown’s BBQ & Soul Food. Head to family-owned Sam Cobb Farms, specializing in varieties of dates. The farm also hosts educational tours to show the inner workings of a date farm. For design lovers, plan visits to clothing and home goods shop Soukie Modern, jewelry and clothing boutique Aneka Brown Designs, and luxury lifestyle brand Summer Colony Living.

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