Philanthropy
Culture & Heritage
The Tribe is a significant member of the Valley’s philanthropic
community, donating millions of dollars over the years to support
organizations that help children, people with illness and disabilities and the elderly. In addition, the Tribe has made it a strong
priority to support local public safety efforts and programs.
“We know what it means to struggle,” Chairman Grubbe said.
“That’s why we give to local charities. It’s the right thing to do.
We feel we have a responsibility to help those in need. It’s an
honor for us to have the ability to help so many people.”
The Agua Caliente Cultural Museum, located at 219 S. Palm Canyon Dr. in downtown
Palm Springs, inspires visitors to learn about the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians and other native cultures. The private, non-profit museum features exhibitions that
portray the Tribe’s history and culture as well as collections that include finely woven
Cahuilla baskets and other traditional items such as documents, photographs, audiovisual records and art. The Museum is the first Native American museum to be part of
the Smithsonian Institution Affiliations Program, which provides opportunities to share
resources in programming, collections, scholarship and technical expertise. For more
information about the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum, go to: accmuseum.org.
Baskets & Pottery
Juncus baskets, once used in the daily
life of the Cahuilla people, are now historic treasures. Cahuilla Pottery – or Ollas – were the practical ware of people
who hunted and gathered from the land.
Ollas were used for cooking, eating and
storage of water, seeds and food. The
round bottom of the Ollas could be cradled in the desert sand.
Entertainment & Recreation
Indian Canyons and Tahquitz Canyon
hiking trails are amazing wonders of
the world. Hidden in the foothills of
Palm Springs are more than 60 miles of
walking and hiking trails. The Canyons
are more than a lush oasis of palm trees
and natural spring waters. They are the
home of the ancestors of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians. These
Canyons have been featured in numerous motion pictures and television programs, including specials on PBS and
the History Channel. The Canyons, an
approximate 56-square mile area, attracts more than 125,000 visitors a
year to enjoy the scenic trails, plants,
wildlife and cultural sites.
In the Tribe’s capable hands, the
natural beauty of Andreas, Chino,
Murray, Palm and Tahquitz Canyons
will be protected and preserved for
years to come.
The Indian Canyons Golf Resort...
surrounded by breathtaking mountain views, is a premier 36-hole golf resort offering the best of both worlds – a
classically designed North Course
historically played by Walt Disney,
Frank Sinatra and President Gerald
Ford and a contemporary South
Course designed to challenge even
the most seasoned player. For
more information about the Indian Canyons Golf Resort, go to:
indiancanyonsgolf.com
The Show at Agua Caliente,
Southern California’s premier concert theater,
opened in 2009 and has been nominated by
the Academy of Country Music as Casino of
the Year for the past 4 years. It continues to
host a steady stream of spectacular celebrity
entertainment, rivaling the best in Las Vegas.
The 2,000+- seat venue can transform
from concert stage to multipurpose arena, accommodating presentations from Tchaikovsky’s
“Nutcracker” ballet, sporting events and showcasing music industry new comers and legends
alike. The Show has played host to crooner Tony Bennett, rocker Bryan Adams, country