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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.
Events
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Sunday, April 28, 2024Apr 28, 2024900am
Sundays at Sunnylands
Sunnylands gardens
Families are invited to enjoy Sundays at Sunnylands where toys and games are available in the gardens for children of all ages to engage with. Find colorful blocks, hula hoops, ribbons, butterfly wing9:00 amApr 28, 2024 -
Thursday, May 2, 2024May 2, 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 2, 2024 -
Friday, May 3, 2024May 3, 2024730pm
Films in the Gardens: Barbie (2023)
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 3, 2024 -
Thursday, May 9, 2024May 9, 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 9, 2024 -
Friday, May 10, 2024May 10, 2024730pm
Films in the Gardens: La La Land (2016)
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 10, 2024