Steve C.
3/30/2023
This is an excellent desert museum. They have a number of good interpretive displays and regularly host events such as star viewing (they have several telescopes), lectures and planned trips to...
Imperial Valley Desert Museum
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11 Frontage Rd
Ocotillo, CA 92259
The Imperial Valley Desert Museum, situated in Ocotillo, CA, showcases the rich history and cultural heritage of the region. Originally founded in 1973 as part of Imperial Valley College, the museum underwent a re-curation project in 2012 to enhance its collection.
After a new facility was constructed in 2008, the museum has been actively engaging the community through permanent and temporary exhibitions, educational programs, and events. With a mission to make the beauty and wonders of the desert accessible to all, the museum relies on the support of sponsors and donors to continue its public programming and educational initiatives.
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Gloria L.
1/28/2018
We were driving from San Diego back to El Centro. We had tried stopping earlier but the wind was so bad, so we drove on. We saw the sign for the Imperial Valley Desert Museum on our last trip and...
Misty F.
4/27/2023
Excellent small museum in the desert. Good mix of indoor and outdoor exhibits (be aware if you aren't from this area, you need lots of water and hat most of the year, it is beautiful but sooooooo...
Mixhael W.
3/3/2018
Had an enjoyable visit to this small yet very informative museum. Great information about the Native American culture and history of Imperial valley. Price of admission is a donation.
Angel S.
7/27/2018
The IV Desert Museum is a jewel hidden in plain sight. Located just south of I8 in Ocotillo, it's filled with wonderful exhibits about the people, plants and animals that lived in the area...
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