Our 2024 Resolution: Reflect, Engage & Promote Preservation

As we step into 2024, the Indian Wells Preservation Foundation (IWPF) takes a moment to look back at a transformative year. Our achievements in 2023 set a strong foundation for the future.

REFLECTING ON 2023 ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Enhanced Collaboration: A new era began with closer ties with the City of Indian Wells, strengthening our community efforts.

Revitalization of Governance: We welcomed a new board and introduced new bylaws, streamlining our operations and decision-making processes.

Rebranding for a New Era: Our name was shortened to Indian Wells Preservation Foundation, representing a fresh, more focused identity. This change was accompanied by a dynamic new look, including a logo overhaul, new marketing materials, and brochures.

Digital Presence: A comprehensive website and online presence were established, including active blog initiatives, enhancing our outreach and engagement.

Community Engagement and Events: We've convened and participated in several successful events:

• Invited presentation to Indian Wells Rotary Club.

• A musical salon in collaboration with the Palm Springs Art Museum.

• A unique Architecture and Preservation Salon with Karen Prinzmetal, previewing the Desert Modern 101 UCR-Palm Desert OLLI Lectures.

• Historic Landmark Dedication #6 for the Casa Dorado Mid-Century Modern Condominium Community and Clubhouse, a 1964 masterpiece by Richard Poper & Jess Jones.

ENGAGE: ONGOING PROJECTS

Indian Wells Oral History Project: With the City of Indian Wells Community Assistance Funding ($25,000) and CSUF Lawrence B. De Graaf Center, we conducted four interviews from August to December 2023 and plan six more in 2024.

Fairway Park Initiative: The City's first park project, Fairway Park, saw a groundbreaking collaboration with the City and Desert Recreation District.

PROMOTE PRESERVATION IN 2024

Looking forward, we are excited to announce a series of initiatives and events to further our preservation efforts:

Fundraiser on Fairway Drive (February 22) highlighting quintessential architecture, art collection and charismatic second-generation homeowner

Modernism Week Indian Wells 10th Anniversary celebrating inaugural Signature Home Walking Tour in iconic Indian Wells Country Club (February 23) SOLD OUT

Making History – Mayors’ Roundtable, Book Signing, and Reception featuring notable civic leaders Richard Oliphant, Mary Roche and others (March 19)

Preserving the Environment - Earth Day Forum focusing on Chuckwalla National Monument and UC Riverside Community Science Collaborative (April 22)

Members ’’Meet and Mingle" introductory event encouraging members to bring a friend and expand IWPF membership (May 1)

Community Symposium on Indian Wells Oral History Project revealing insights from ten 2023-2024 interviews ( Fall TBA)

Historic Landmark #7 Dedication (Fall TBA)

JOIN US IN DISCOVERY AND ADVENTURE

We invite you to mark these dates and join us in our journey of discovery and preservation. The Indian Wells Preservation Foundation thrives on its members' dedication, expertise, talent, and passion. In 2024, we aspire for all Indian Wells residents to join the IWPF, uniting in our quest for preservation.

Together, let's make this year a landmark in our collective efforts to safeguard and celebrate the unique heritage of Indian Wells.

IWPF BOARD: Linda Blank, President; Kevin Mead, Vice President; Dan Hamilton, Secretary; NJ Bradeen, Treasurer; Katherine Mead, Creative Director