Enjoy this self-guided home tour of the Purple Hills Estates in Palm Desert featuring three Charles Du Bois homes.

Calling all Charles Du Bois aficionados! Gather at an iconic Shadow Mountain home to greet other like-minded Charles Du Bois enthusiasts. Enjoy light refreshments while savoring a brief chat by noted Modernist author, Steven M. Price, who will enrich your experience with an introduction to Du Bois and Hollywood Regency. Then, grab your map and set out on the inaugural self-guided tour of the little-known Charles Du Bois' Purple Hills Estates with access to three Du Bois homes.

Photo Credits: D Toltzmann, C Franks

Location & Attendee Information

  • What are the appropriate ages for this activity?Person All ages
  • Are pets, animals, or service animals permitted?Dog on a leash Pets and animals not permitted
  • Are food and drinks permitted?Food and drink No food or drinks permitted in homes
  • What type of parking is available?Car Free neighborhood street parking
  • Is photography permitted?Camera Photography permitted
  • Are restrooms available?Restroom sign Restrooms not available
  • What is the policy regarding smoking?Cigarette with smoke No smoking or e-cigarettes
  • What type of tour is this?Group of people Interior/exterior tour
The organizer of this event is: Historical Society of Palm Desert

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