Alan Hess in conversation with Beth Edwards Harris on restoring Kaufmann Residence and Catherine Meyler on restoring Grace Miller House, and their contributions to Richard Neutra's legacy in Palm Springs.

Join Margaret and Corey Bienert of A Pretty Cool Hotel Tour as they unveil America's most vibrant themed hotels and fantasy suites, showcasing their unique charm, history, and allure.

Enjoy an informative and entertaining look at the principles of design that rocked the world of architecture in post-war America.

Six Moon Hill near Boston is celebrated as an early midcentury enclave as is Twin Palms in Palm Springs, CA. Architects and experts in MCM restoration, Colin Flavin and Tim Techler, compare them.

The Bauhaus, founded in Germany 100 years ago, lasted only 14 years before the Nazis closed it. Yet its innovative legacy transformed art, design, and architecture for decades to come.

Villa Tugendhat by Mies van der Rohe is a masterpiece of early 20th-century Modernism. Executive Director, Iveta Černá, who led its acclaimed restoration, presents its history and significance.

Explore the Catskills' role as the birthplace of American comedy through vivid night scenes and rare theater images. Join Isaac Jeffreys for a visual talk and Q&A about this glamorous era!

Modernism Week is honored to welcome Dr. Raymond Neutra, President of the Neutra Institute for Survival Through Design, as our 2025 Keynote Speaker.

“Googie style is the JAZZ of midcentury Modern style” says Ambassador of Americana, Charles Phoenix. It went off the rails and shattered all the rules. So buckle up and take off to Googieland!

An astonishing look at the secret corporate musical theater we were never meant to see—via bizarrely funny vintage film clips presented by Letterman Show and The Simpsons writer Steve Young!

This newly completed documentary tells the little-known story of 5 ground-breaking architects and designers who ignited a Modern design revolution from the least likely place–colonial New Canaan, CT. Reception

Artist and gallery owner Terry Hastings gives an engaging overview of some featured local artists and their midcentury Modern influences in this “sneak peek" of the upcoming Arts Districts Tour.

Historian David Silver, author of the new book The Farm at Black Mountain College, presents a dynamic, inspiring, and lively vision of the life and death of the legendary experimental college.

An architectural journey of fabulous motels that were designed to stand out. Barkev Msrlyan from Merch Motel showcases contemporary and vintage photographs of Southern California's midcentury motels.

“Click clack” go the tiles. What is this mysterious Chinese game of mahjong? Learn how it's played, why it's so popular and explore the thrill of collecting exotic vintage sets.

Albers scholars Fritz Horstman and Michael Beggs examine Black Mountain College's legendary art curriculum through the textural and textile teachings of Anni and Josef Albers.

The authors of the first book to document the history of the groundbreaking company Architectural Pottery explore its critical influence on midcentury design and enduring appeal.

A journey into the architectural legacy of Black Mountain College, including the campus building program, the iconic Studies Building, and innovative buildings by A. Lawrence Kocher and alumni.

Anni Albers scholar Brenda Danilowitz describes the evolution of two of the textile designer's previously unpublished midcentury private commissions for interiors and their architectural settings.

The Stories Untold series continues with Howard Smith, the only Black artist to gain prominence amid post-war Scandinavian Modernism. However, his work is almost entirely unknown in the United States.

Participate in a hands-on color workshop, led by Albers Foundation Education Director Fritz Horstman, using the methods and principles of Josef Albers. Materials and a box lunch included.

Edgar Kaufmann, jr. is famed for preserving Fallingwater, but he was also a renowned architectural historian and MoMA curator. Justin Gunther, director of Fallingwater, shares his influential story.

Explore the inspiring lives and artistic contributions of Jane Slater Marquis and Ruth Asawa, two women alumnae of Black Mountain College in the 1940s, and their lasting impact on art and culture.

Road Trip! Be entertained by Deserted Films and their curated selection of vintage amateur 16mm, 8mm and Super 8 films shot at major (and minor!) California attractions and play Auto Bingo for prizes.

In the mid-1950s, key events initiated significant changes in America, creating a landscape shaped by transformations that began over 75 years ago. These shifts continue to influence our lives today.

Tommy Tomson, known as the “Landscape Architect to the Stars,” arrived in Hollywood in the 1920s, but chose landscape architecture over acting, designing spaces from Hollywood to the Coachella Valley.

Many Modernist corporate campuses, designed by some of the world's most renowned designers, incorporating landscapes and furnishings as integral components, are at risk in our post-pandemic world.

César Cervantes shares a remarkable journey of restoration and his profound connection to his magnificent residence, Casa Pedregal (1952), Luis Barragán's largest residential work.

Eero Saarinen, Charles Eames, and Harry Bertoia–three design legends. Enter Susan Saarinen, Carla (Eames) Hartman, and Celia Bertoia. Three descendants of these design icons who continue their legacy.

Honey, I'm Home! sold out in just one week last February! Now, Marina Coates returns with Honey, I'm Back!—an all-new collection of unique, entertaining, and informative tours of famous TV residences.

Arthur Erickson is widely regarded as Canada's greatest architect, renowned for his innovative designs and profound impact on contemporary architecture. Historian Donald Luxton provides an overview.

Max Strang, AIA, provides an in-depth exploration of Gene Leedy's pivotal role in the Sarasota School of Architecture, highlighting his works journey from post-and-beam structures to Brutalism.

This fascinating lecture by interior designer Bill Stewart highlights several of his successful design projects with a focus on his recent renovation of the King Gillette Estate (1923) in the Mesa.

American Modern is the first comprehensive book showcasing how civic, industrial, and social forces converged to create our nation's leading laboratory of architectural Modernism in Columbus, Indiana.

Local historian and author Tracy Conrad will explore the fascinating histories of the Thomas O'Donnell House and the Desert Inn.

Palm Springs Preservation Foundation board member Steve Treinen presents Canyon Country Club's social and architectural history through vintage and contemporary imagery.

Co-owner and designer Tracy Beckmann provides her personal insights into the renovation of the award-winning Hotel Lautner (designed by renowned Modernist architect John Lautner in 1947).

Local home movie film archive, Deserted Films, will screen and provide entertaining context for a selection of amateur vintage 16mm, 8mm and Super 8 films shot in and around Palm Springs.

The Maslon House, a Modernist masterpiece by Richard Neutra, was razed in 2002, sparking international outrage. Preservation Mirage's film captures its legacy through interviews and archival footage.

A close look at Lina Bo Bardi's Glass House in Brazil reveals that it is a hybrid project and, like her less known nearby Cirell House, reflects on the multifaceted ambiguity of Modern architecture.

What do set designers know that we don't? Well, as it turns out, quite a lot! With a degree in architecture and an obsession with set design, Marina Coates takes a look at “cinematic design".

The Rothko Chapel in Houston, Texas is a locus of art, spirituality and social justice. Adam Yarinsky, Principal of Architecture Research Office, shares the Chapel's renovation and expansion story.

When an ancient landslide began to shift alarmingly 6-9 inches per week in 2024, a team of preservation architects and engineers mobilized to save the beloved Wayfarer's Chapel by Lloyd Wright.

Trina Turk explores the dynamic intersection of cultural shifts and midcentury fashion, highlighting the work of iconic designers including Pierre Cardin, Mary Quant, Rudi Gernreich, and Marimekko.

Todd Oldham returns to MW to present his signature fast-paced presentation of the vibrant and iconic designs of Alexander Girard. A visual feast from over 800 images found in his lavish new book.

Quirky. Fun. Nostalgic. Irreverent. Livin' the 50s celebrates the inhibitions and excesses, the bravado and innocence, the exuberance and repression that was America in the mid-20th century.

A community invitation to attend an engaging multimedia experience celebrating the historic Plaza Theatre, the rich history of Palm Springs, and the magic of the silver screen!

Join author and historian Steven Price as he presents the first comprehensive study of Harold W. Levitt's architecture, exploring its origins, significance, and newfound appreciation.

During the midcentury, Modernism and primitivism united spectacularly in Palm Springs. Authors Sven Kirsten and Peter Moruzzi have traced the unique history of Polynesian pop in the California desert.

At this lecture Hess will reflect on his career, exploring the process of writing, examining how subjects have naturally connected and intersected in unexpected ways over his 35 years of writing.

Celebrate the architecture and style of an iconic American pastime: Bowling! Chris Nichols and Adriene Biondo take aim at the obsession that swept the post-war nation.

St. Theresa Catholic Church has been heralded as a prized masterpiece by William F. Cody. Catherine Cody & architect Morris Skenderian, AIA will share how Cody's total design plan was realized.

Let midcentury records improve your life! Instructional LPs featuring fitness gurus and wine connoisseurs that trimmed waists, and trained noses form a fascinating, forgotten facet of Modernist design.

Noted for his work in California and Arizona, William F. Cody also designed projects internationally, including Havana. The revolution halted construction of his 1955 Villa Real Golf Club and Hotel.

This symposium by Palm Springs Art Museum and Palm Springs Architectural Alliance establishes Palm Springs Desert Modernism as a unique architectural movement. Hear from the experts and see homes on tour.

Garry Knox Bennett was an important Bay Area designer/craftsman whose singular vision, finely crafted furniture and sculpture influenced the counterculture of California in the 60s and 70s and beyond.

A behind-the-scenes glimpse into Palace Costume & Prop Co., an exclusive LA film-industry haven of dresses, gowns, accessories, props, and jewelry featured in countless movies for more than 50 years.

Executive Director Brent Leggs and senior architect Brandon Bibby of the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund explore the vital work of preserving the past with hope for the present.

SCHINDLER SPACE ARCHITECT examines the works and life of Modernist architect, R.M. Schindler, narrated by Meryl Streep and Udo Kier, with architects Frank Gehry, Steven Holl, Thom Mayne, Ray Kappe.

Javier Ors Ausín, Senior Program Manager at World Monuments Fund, highlights WMF conservation projects of emblematic modernist homes around the world and the evolution of heritage conservation.

Annalisa Capurro delves into the extraordinary work and legacy of Venetian Modernist architect, Carlo Scarpa, renowned for his masterful fusion of Modernist principles with artisanal techniques.

Join Anne Rowe, Director of Heritage at Sunnylands, as she shares the intriguing provenance of the sculpture and unique “follies” Walter and Leonore Annenberg chose for their estate's landscape.

Studio AR&D Architects reveal their process of crafting modern desert homes that blur the boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces, creating seamless living environments.

Architect and historian Christopher Rawlins presents a new, expanded edition of his best-selling 2013 book, Fire Island Modernist: Horace Gifford and the Architecture of Seduction.

Step inside The House of the Future, the iconic Disneyland attraction that captured the imagination of countless visitors during its 10-year run 1957-1967. Author David A. Bossert takes us on tour!

The National Trust, renowned for preserving centuries old country houses and estates, is increasingly focused on raising awareness and preservation of modernist architecture in the United Kingdom. .

Disney Imagineers and Pixar artists discuss how the midcentury modern architecture legacy of Palm Springs and the animated Disney•Pixar film Incredibles 2 influenced the community's design.

Michelangelo Sabatino in conversation with architect Dirk Lohan on the three lives of the 1951 Edith Farnsworth House, a modernist masterpiece designed by Lohan's grandfather, Mies van der Rohe.

Explore the role of photography in capturing the timeless allure of California Modernism for design publications and real estate with ARCHITECT and Editor-in-Chief Paul Makovsky, with guest panelists.

Iwan Baan's Rome-Las Vegas photo series reveals surprising parallels between 2 seemingly opposite cities, capturing moments of power, play and artifice while challenging perceptions of urban identity.

A modest hotel in the 1930s, additions in the 50s, Googie-style Sands Hotel by Armet & Davis in the 60s, a steady decline from the 80s on, the former Days Inn in Palm Springs has a new life ahead!

Philip Johnson's 1949 Glass House is iconic, yet its adjacent Brick House, part of the original design, is less known—a counterpoint that compliments and contrasts with the celebrated glass structure.

Join us for an unforgettable and immersive journey as we travel back in time to 1931 to experience the Aluminaire House as seen by the public for the very first time.

As Modernist architecture faces a period of vulnerability the former President of the Australian Institute of Architects will discuss reimagining Australian Modernism to meet a Modern future.

Free Screening of Emmy® award winning documentary filmmaker Jake Gorst’s documentary on Modern Architecture in New England 1930-1975, and its influence on contemporary architectural design.