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A place of history, hospitality, and diplomacy in the California desert
Sunnylands
Visit
Explore two distinct sections of Sunnylands.
- The contemporary Sunnylands Center & Gardens is open mid-September to early June. Admission and parking are free. Reservations/tickets are not required. Learn more.
- The historic Sunnylands estate operates primarily as a private, high-level retreat center. Public access is limited to guided tours, offered when retreats are not in session. Tours and tickets.
- Sunnylands will be on summer hiatus from June 3 through September 10, 2024. All sections will be closed to the public. The 2024-2025 season will begin September 11, 2024.
Events
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Thursday, May 16, 2024May 16, 2024845am
Free Guided Bird Walk
Sunnylands gardens
Led by a knowledgeable birder, this free 60-minute guided walk introduces guests to many local and migratory bird species in the Sunnylands gardens. Birding walks are offered Thursdays at 8:45 am, No8:45 amMay 16, 2024 -
Friday, May 17, 2024May 17, 2024730pm
Films in the Gardens: Chicago (2002)
Sunnylands Gardens
Our free Films in the Gardens program returns in May with a selection of films featuring unique and imaginative set designs. As exemplified by the exhibition, Variations to a Theme: William Haines at7:30 pmMay 17, 2024 -
Thursday, May 23, 2024May 23, 2024845am
Free Guided Bird Walk
Sunnylands gardens
Led by a knowledgeable birder, this free 60-minute guided walk introduces guests to many local and migratory bird species in the Sunnylands gardens. Birding walks are offered Thursdays at 8:45 am, No8:45 amMay 23, 2024 -
Thursday, May 30, 2024May 30, 2024845am
Free Guided Bird Walk
Sunnylands gardens
Led by a knowledgeable birder, this free 60-minute guided walk introduces guests to many local and migratory bird species in the Sunnylands gardens. Birding walks are offered Thursdays at 8:45 am, No8:45 amMay 30, 2024 -
Friday, May 31, 2024May 31, 2024830am
Early Closure on Friday, May 31 & Saturday, June 1
Due to internal programming, Sunnylands Center & Gardens will be closing at 12:30 pm on Friday, May 31 and Saturday, June 1. Please note that morning tours will continue as scheduled, with all8:30 amMay 31, 2024Closing at 12:30 pmClosing at 12:30 pm