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Palm Desert, California

Located in Riverside County, California, Palm Desert was established in 1973. El Paseo shopping district is called the 'Rodeo Drive of the Desert.'. In the Coachella Valley between Palm Springs and Indio.
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Founded 1973 | Population 54,000 | Peak 54,000 (2024) | County Riverside County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Palm Desert, California

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1890Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Palm Desert's character and economy.
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1973Founded: Palm Desert was founded in Riverside County.
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1973Incorporated: Coachella Valley city.
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2010Modern Era: Palm Desert continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1890 Culture
Higher Education
1973 Culture
Founded
1973 Government
Incorporated
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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El Paseo shopping district is called the 'Rodeo Drive of the Desert.'.
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In the Coachella Valley between Palm Springs and Indio.
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The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens is a popular attraction.
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Palm Desert is located in Riverside County, California.
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Palm Desert was founded in 1973.

Famous People from Palm Desert, California

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Jenna Ortega
Actor, Writer · Born Sep 27, 2002 · Age 23
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Desirae Krawczyk
Tennis Player · Born Jan 11, 1994 · Age 32
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Brant Bjork
Record Producer, Singer-Songwriter · Born Mar 19, 1973 · Age 52
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Jack Blades
Composer, Singer · Born Apr 24, 1954 · Age 71
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