Indian Wells is home to the "The Living Desert".   To quote their motto: One of the most unusual institutions in the United States. There isn't a single word to describe all that The Living Desert is and does. We must string words together, like beads: zoo and endangered species conservation center - botanical gardens - natural history museum - wilderness park - nature preserve - education center. The thread that holds all the beads together is the word "desert."

This is truly a unique experience to visit and is funded by our local taxes.   A wonderful place for the young and young at heart to spend the day or if you move to our beautiful area become a volunteer. 

I've included their web link... please visit and when in town don't forget to make time for yourself or the whole family to enjoy our wonderful nature "Living Desert".

For more information visit:  http://www.livingdesert.org/.