Children's Museums

Cabot's Pueblo Museum

Name: Cabot's Pueblo Museum
Address: 67616 Desert View Ave, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240, Desert Hot Springs, CA, US
Telephone: (760) 329-7610
Rating: 4.5

★★★★☆ 4.5 (710 reviews)

📍 67616 Desert View Ave, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240

📞 (760) 329-7610

🌐 www.cabotsmuseum.org

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	9 AM–4 PM
Wednesday	9 AM–4 PM
Thursday	9 AM–4 PM
Friday	9 AM–4 PM
Saturday	9 AM–4 PM
Sunday	12–4 PM

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About Cabot's Pueblo Museum

Native American museum in a pueblo. Historic house museum in a 35-room Hopi-style pueblo featuring Native American art & artifacts. Cabot's Pueblo Museum is a 35-room Hopi-style pueblo built entirely from reclaimed materials found in the desert. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 710 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Cultural History Museum
Best For: All ages
Highlights: Native American art, global artifacts, Hopi-inspired pueblo architecture
Visit Options: Live tours, audio tours, grounds-only tickets, memberships
Educational Focus: Native American culture and Cabot Yerxa's legacy

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Cabot's Pueblo Museum is a 35-room Hopi-style pueblo built entirely from reclaimed materials found in the desert
🏛️The pueblo was single-handedly constructed by Dr. Robert Bingham starting when he was nearly 60 years old, building it by himself over many years
⭐The museum features a curated collection of pottery from Mata Ortiz, Chihuahua, ranging from accessible pieces to higher-end works, with sales supporting the pueblo's maintenance
⭐The museum offers multiple admission options including live guided tours, self-guided audio tours with phone integration, grounds-only tickets, and membership programs with exclusive offers

💬 What Visitors Say

💡Book the guided live tour instead of relying solely on the self-guided audio tour. Reviews indicate the audio tour has inconsistent QR codes, unclear flow between rooms, and scattered organization. A guided tour provides better structure to fully appreciate the extensive grounds and collections.
💬Plan for 2-3 hours and don't miss the areas behind the Pueblo—reviewers consistently highlight the spectacular mountain and valley views from the back grounds as a must-see hidden gem with excellent photo opportunities.
💡If visiting with a group, bring a Bluetooth speaker for the self-guided audio tour so everyone can hear clearly. Large parties may also want to consider the cost impacts ($10 per adult) and explore membership options if planning multiple visits.
💡Don't skip the Trading Post gift shop—reviewers praise its curated collection of Mata Ortiz pottery from Chihuahua, ranging from affordable to high-end pieces. Purchases directly support the museum's preservation efforts.
💬Get tickets in advance and note that most outdoor grounds are accessible without admission, but you need a ticket to tour the interior Pueblo building. Budget accordingly based on what you want to see.