Arts & Entertainment

'Eyes Of Discovery' Mural Campaign Offers Tiles For Dough At Children's Discovery Museum Of The Desert

Donors can "buy a tile for $250" and be part of the campaign visible from Gerald Ford Drive.

RANCHO MIRAGE, CA — Rancho Mirage residents were asked Monday to consider sponsoring a tile in a mural being developed to raise money for programs and exhibits at the Children's Discovery Museum of the Desert.

"The Eyes of Discovery" mural campaign asks donors to buy a tile for $250, which will be displayed along Gerald Ford Drive.

The mural will feature thousands of tiles, each showcasing a photograph of an individual or recognizing a business.

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"The Eyes of Discovery mural is a reflection of our mission," Cindy Burreson, CEO of the museum, said in a statement. "Every tile tells a story, and together they create a beautiful reminder of how imagination and community help shape our future."

Officials said the funds will support the museum's hands-on exhibits, family programs and accessibility initiatives.

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"We're building something that represents the way children see the world: with curiosity, courage and joy," Burreson said.

To learn more, go to fill out the form linked here.