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  • NorthWest Crossing Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

    NorthWest Crossing 2762 NW Crossing Dr., Bend, OR, United States

    The 8th Annual NorthWest Crossing Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, sponsored by VisitNWX and Harcourt The Garner Group Real Estate, will continue the fun holiday tradition of lighting the majestic 65-foot Ponderosa Pine tree located on NW Crossing Drive, one block east of Mt. Washington Drive. Attendees are encouraged to bring food donations for the Salvation […]

    FREE
  • Winter Art Series: Exploring Our Collection-Indigenous Basket Weaving Lecture

    High Desert Museum 59800 South Hwy 97, Bend, OR, United States

    This winter, new Curator of Art and Community Engagement Sara Siestreem (Hanis Coos) will shine light on our marvelous art collection through a series of lectures and workshops. In this session, learn about weaving from this region through an Indigenous Critical Art Theory lens. Each event can be enjoyed individually or in continuum. $10, Members […]

    $10
  • Backpack Explorers – Science of Skulls

    High Desert Museum 59800 South Hwy 97, Bend, OR, United States

    Come on an adventure! Almost everybody has bones. Birds, bears, and bobcats do. What about you? Let’s look at different types of bones and why they are important. Children ages 3-5 and their caregivers investigate science, art, music, stories, and culture in a fun, hands-on manner. Don backpacks filled with exciting artifacts while journeying through […]

    $15
  • Backpack Explorers – Science of Skulls

    High Desert Museum

    Come on an adventure! Almost everybody has bones. Birds, bears, and bobcats do. What about you? Let’s look at different types of bones and why they are important. Children ages 3-5 and their caregivers investigate science, art, music, stories, and culture in a fun, hands-on manner. Don backpacks filled with exciting artifacts while journeying through […]

    $15
  • Annual Meeting

    Please join us for our Annual Meeting with Executive Director Dana Whitelaw, Ph.D., to hear about the Museum’s recent accomplishments and upcoming plans. This RSVP is for the Annual Meeting only. Members will receive 20% off most merchandise in Silver Sage Trading!

  • Annual Meeting and Member Appreciation Night

    High Desert Museum 59800 South Hwy 97, Bend, OR, United States

    Please join us for our Annual Meeting with Executive Director Dana Whitelaw, Ph.D., to hear about the Museum’s recent accomplishments and upcoming plans. Afterward, stay for appetizers at our annual Member Appreciation Night. Enjoy photo opportunities with Father Christmas, storytelling and activities for all ages. Members will receive 20% off most merchandise in Silver Sage […]

    Free for Members
  • TEDxBendWomen

    This year's main stage TED Women event showcases the theme BOLD and BRILLIANT, which we will screen for our local audience. In addition, we will feature local panelists, discussion, our trademark Hydroflasks, and refreshment. We will screen fresh talks from the amazing speakers at TED Women (see program here.) Come to the amazing new space […]

    $45
  • Winter Raptors

    High Desert Museum 59800 South Hwy 97, Bend, OR, United States

    Join a Museum curator to view raptors in Central Oregon. Visit the Fort Rock area to observe the natural behaviors of raptors including golden eagles, ferruginous hawks, prairie falcons, merlins and more. Transportation provided. Weather permitting. $50, Members receive 20% discount

    $50
  • Winter Art Series: Exploring Our Collection-Indigenous Basket Drawing

    High Desert Museum 59800 South Hwy 97, Bend, OR, United States

    In this three-hour drawing workshop, learn basic life drawing techniques through study of the wonderful Indigenous baskets that live here in the Museum. This workshop is suitable for teens and adults of any skill level. Materials will be provided. $30, Members receive 20% discount Free to tribal members

    $30
  • December Show at Tumalo Art Co. + Holiday Tiny Art!

    “Seasons Squared”, our group show for December, features 12” x 12” artwork, four for each season of the year. Each artist has chosen their season and interpreted it in their style and medium. The show opens December 6, from 4-8pm during Bend’s First Friday Gallery Walk in the Old Mill District. Every year Tumalo Art […]