The
Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians announced plans for a cultural complex in downtown Palm Springs, California.
The 5.8-acre project will feature a museum, a spa and bathhouse based on the tribe's hot springs, a gathering plaza, gardens and a trail. Construction is slated to begin in early 2018 and the work is expected to take about two years to complete.
"This new cultural center provides an incredible opportunity to share and celebrate our history, culture and traditions with this community and visitors from around the world," Chairman Jeff L. Grubbe said in a
press release. "Each of the 566 federally recognized tribes throughout this country has a distinct culture that includes traditions, language, historic clothing and housing styles as well as historical food and medicine preparations. We want to share that with others as well as acknowledge the fact that we are alive and well today living in the modern world."
The tribe's Agua Caliente Cultural Museum will move from a nearby location to the site. Additional developments, including a new casino and hotel to replace a prior facility, are also in the works.
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