PALM SPRINGS. This fascinating museum traces the history of the Agua Caliente Indians from prehistoric times to the present. Displays feature everything from unearthed artifacts to photographs.

DESERT HOT SPRINGS. Sheltered in a Hopi-style structure, this museum is devoted to Native American art, and it features an authentic trading post. Located 20 miles southeast of Palm Springs.#13;#10;

CHIRIACO SUMMIT. This museum is dedicated to the colorful, courageous World War II general who rescued Americans trapped at Bastogne during the Battle of the Bulge. It also honors veterans of conflicts from the Civil War to the Iraq arena. Artifacts, an informative movie, a tank yard, and a gift shop are also available. Located approximately 40 miles east of Palm Springs.

Built in 1885, this authentic adobe structure was erected by the first pioneers of Palm Springs and was home to John McCallum, the town's first permanent white settler. It contains the personal mementos of Pearl McCallum McManus and offers a fascinating glimpse of Palm Springs' early inception and living conditions. The museum is closed seasonally June through mid-October.

PALM SPRINGS. This museum showcases several dozen World War II aircraft, including some of the greatest airborne fighting machines ever conceived. Many tours are guided by men who actually flew the historic aircraft.