Why You Need to See the Betty Jones Crochet Museum

If you're ever road-tripping through the California desert, you absolutely have to stop at the betty jones crochet museum. It isn't your typical museum with hushed hallways and "do not touch" signs. Instead, it's a tiny, neon-green converted photo-processing booth that's packed to the rafters with thousands of crocheted items. It's located in Joshua Tree, and honestly, it's one of the most charming, bizarre, and heartwarming places you'll ever step foot in. ...

April 28, 2026 · 7 min · Keith Eder