Discover Authentic Native American Art, Culture, and Living Stories
The Agua Caliente Cultural Museum is a journey into the history, heritage, and living culture of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians. Through powerful exhibitions, artifacts, and storytelling, the museum explores deep connections between the Cahuilla people and the desert landscape, illuminating traditions that continue to shape Palm Springs today.
The Museum Store extends that journey beyond the gallery walls.
Located just off the main lobby, the Museum Store invites visitors to engage more deeply with Indigenous creativity through authentic, handcrafted works made by Native artists from across North America. Every piece reflects cultural knowledge, artistic expression, and personal storytelling — allowing guests to support Indigenous makers while taking home something meaningful and genuine.
A Marketplace Rooted in Culture and Community
The Museum Store showcases work from more than 160 Native American artists and businesses, with a strong emphasis on the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians alongside creators from tribal communities throughout the continent.
Rather than souvenirs, the collection is curated as a cultural marketplace, one that honors both tradition and contemporary Indigenous life. Visitors will find art, jewelry, pottery, textiles, books, and specialty goods that reflect a wide range of materials, techniques, and voices.
Each item is thoughtfully selected to represent Indigenous resilience, creativity, and continuity, carrying forward stories that span from ancestral practices to modern interpretations.
Featured Artists and Artforms
Among the many artists represented, several stand out for their powerful connection to place, process, and storytelling.
Seish Norte (Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians)
Seish Norte’s digital art, postcards, stickers, and hand-painted ornaments feature imagery central to Cahuilla culture, including the Cahuilla maiden and bird singers with traditional gourd rattles. Her work beautifully translates cultural symbolism into accessible, contemporary designs.
Tony Soares (Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians)
A skilled potter, Tony Soares creates small clay vessels using the ancient paddle-and-anvil technique passed down from his grandmother. He gathers natural clay directly from the desert, making each piece a physical connection to ancestral methods and the local landscape.
Additional highlights include:
- Bethany Yellowtail (Northern Cheyenne Nation) – Bright, intricate scarves blending Indigenous identity with modern fashion.
- Leslie Bitsie Jr. and La Rose Ganadonegro (Navajo Nation) – Beaded jewelry and a striking squash blossom necklace rooted in Navajo tradition.
- ThunderVoice Hat Co. (Navajo Nation) – Sustainably crafted brim hats and woven serapes made with reclaimed materials and traditional looms.
- Jeri Redcorn (Caddo/Potawatomi) – Wood-fired pottery reviving once-lost Caddo ceramic traditions.
- Trickster Company (Alaska Native-owned) – Indigenous-designed skateboard decks blending culture and contemporary street art.
- Red Lake Nation Foods (Chippewa Tribe) – Wild-harvested syrups such as plum and highbush cranberry, handmade in Minnesota.
Together, these works create a collection that feels alive, diverse, and deeply rooted in Indigenous experience.
A Unique Selection for All Ages
The Museum Store is designed to welcome every type of visitor. In addition to fine art and handcrafted pieces, the shop offers:
- Native American–authored children’s books
- Educational toys and durable dolls
- Youth jewelry and culturally inspired gifts
- Portable art and keepsakes are ideal for travelers
These items provide meaningful entry points for younger visitors while helping families continue cultural conversations beyond their museum visit.
How to Choose Something Meaningful
Because every item tells a story, shopping here is less about browsing and more about connection.
🪶 Look for the artist's story
Many pieces include information about the maker, their tribal affiliation, and their creative process. Let that guide your choice.
🏺 Consider materials and tradition
From desert-sourced clay to beadwork and weaving, materials often carry deep cultural significance.
🎁 Think beyond decoration
Books, jewelry, food products, and functional art can all serve as living reminders of Indigenous culture.
✈️ Choose travel-friendly pieces
Postcards, small ceramics, textiles, and prints make it easy to bring authentic Native art home.
💬 Ask questions
The store staff is knowledgeable and happy to share insights about artists, symbolism, and cultural context.
An Ever-Evolving Cultural Collection
The Museum Store’s inventory is continuously updated, encouraging repeat visits and new discoveries. Whether you’re returning after a museum exhibition or simply stopping in from downtown Palm Springs, each visit offers fresh opportunities to encounter Indigenous art and voices.
The store is open to the public and does not require museum admission, making it an accessible cultural stop for both visitors and locals.
Location and Hours
140 N Indian Canyon Drive
Open Tuesday – Sunday, 10 am – 5 pm
Closed Mondays