First Medical Office in Indio
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brwhiz
N 33° 43.281 W 116° 13.395
11S E 571965 N 3731531
The residence of Dr. Harry W. Smiley and his wife Frances served also as the first medical office in Indio, California. It now houses the Coachella Valley Museum and Cultural Center.
Waymark Code: WMFKFP
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 10/29/2012
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County of
Riverside
Historical Marker No. 65
Smiley Place
In 1926 Smiley Place was built by Dr. Harry W. Smiley. It served as the first medical office in Indio, as well as a residence for he and his wife, Frances. The Smiley's made significant contributions to the social and medical development of the Indio community.
This marker placed by the Coachella Valley Historical Society, Inc. in cooperation with
the Billy Holcomb Chapter of E Clampus Vitus and the
Riverside County Historical Commission.
October 15, 1994
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