Featured Events

Come experience our newest exhibition, Infinite Moment, which explores the art and culture of Burning Man. Burning Man is an event unlike any other. With art and principles such as ecommodification, Radical Self-reliance and Inclusion at its core, thousands of people come together for several days each year to connect with one another, express themselves […]

Public Opening- Free with museum admission

Come join a different conversation and approach to your health and wellness. Instead of a resolution, let's consider a revolution----the act of listening to your body and honoring all of the wisdom that lives within. A Body Trust® approach to wellness will tune out the external noise and guide you to turning towards your own […]

This winter, new Curator of Art and Community Engagement Sara Siestreem (Hanis Coos) will shine light on our marvelous art collection. In this lecture, learn about our sculptural items through an Indigenous Critical Art Theory lens. Each event can be enjoyed individually or in continuum. 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, doors at 5:30 pm $10, […]

Mix swingin' grooves, thrilling riffs, sweet and hot vocals, western sensibilities and tons of fun...and you have only begun to describe Cow Bop. Formed by internationally-acclaimed guitarist Bruce Forman, the cowboy jazz and western bebop band has toured extensively throughout the world, exciting audiences with their unique brand of music. The band's collective experience crosses […]

In this three-hour carving workshop, you will have the opportunity to carve either from your imagination or from an object in the collection explored during the lecture. This workshop is suitable for teens and adults of any skill level. Materials will be provided. 10:00 am – 1:00 pm $30, members receive 20% discount, free to […]

Hear some toe-tapping tunes from our pioneering house band! Dancing encouraged. 11:00 am — 2:00 pm Free with Museum admission

BendBroadband's FREE Music Education Workshop, hosted by Georges Bouhey, offers local music students and professionals the opportunity to talk with, learn from and play with Cow Bop. No advance registration required. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Free parking at the public garage adjacent to the Oxford Hotel Bend. About Cow Bop: Mix swingin' […]

Mix swingin' grooves, thrilling riffs, sweet and hot vocals, western sensibilities and tons of fun...and you have only begun to describe Cow Bop. Formed by internationally-acclaimed guitarist Bruce Forman, the cowboy jazz and western bebop band has toured extensively throughout the world, exciting audiences with their unique brand of music. The band's collective experience crosses […]

Free with Museum Admission

Free with Museum Admission

Free with Museum Admission

One of the premier dance bands in the Pacific Northwest, the 17 members of the Blue Skies Big Band bring the smooth big band sound along with the tight vocal harmonies of the Jewel Tones. Come out to dance, or just to enjoy a gourmet dinner with great music of the big band era! Ticket […]

One of the premier dance bands in the Pacific Northwest, the 17 members of the Blue Skies Big Band bring the smooth big band sound along with the tight vocal harmonies of the Jewel Tones. Come out to dance, or just to enjoy a gourmet dinner with great music of the big band era! Ticket […]

The Paisley Caves, formally known as the Paisley Five Mile Caves, are largely recognized as one of the earliest, most important archaeological sites on the North American continent. Join us to hear from Dr. Dennis Jenkins, senior research associate in the Department of Archaeology, University of Oregon, about the latest research from the site where […]

The Paisley Caves, formally known as the Paisley Five Mile Caves, are largely recognized as one of the earliest, most important archaeological sites on the North American continent. Join us to hear from Dr. Dennis Jenkins, senior research associate in the Department of Archaeology, University of Oregon, about the latest research from the site where […]

Mothers are free in honor of the holiday at the High Desert Museum! 9am-5pm Sunday, May 10th, 2020 High Desert Museum 59800 S Hwy 97 Bend, OR

Design, carve, and print your own stamps onto paper or fabric. The workshop will cover block printing techniques such as creating a successful design for the medium, proper carving techniques and use of the tools, and the art of inking and printing with hand-carved stamps. Participants will borrow carving and printing tools but will take […]

Stewart Harvey, author of Playa Fire: Spirit and Soul at Burning Man, will present images from his 30 years of photographing Burning Man, the innovative arts event that his brother Larry Harvey founded in 1986. He will discuss the origins and evolution of the event, as well as the impact Burning Man artists are having […]

Stewart Harvey, author of Playa Fire: Spirit and Soul at Burning Man, will present images from his 30 years of photographing Burning Man, the innovative arts event that his brother Larry Harvey founded in 1986. He will discuss the origins and evolution of the event, as well as the impact Burning Man artists are having […]

Stewart Harvey, author of Playa Fire: Spirit and Soul at Burning Man, will present images from his 30 years of photographing Burning Man, the innovative arts event that his brother Larry Harvey founded in 1986. He will discuss the origins and evolution of the event, as well as the impact Burning Man artists are having […]

Free admission to all visitors age 65 or older. Made possible by Home Instead

Free admission to all visitors age 65 or older. Made possible by Home Instead

High Desert Birds Join a wildlife curator for this trip to Fort Rock and Summer Lake to view migratory birds, including raptors, songbirds and shorebirds. Learn the natural history of various species as well as tips for identifying birds in the field. 7:00 am — 5:00 pm $50, Members receive 20% discount Registration and prepayment […]

High Desert Birds Join a wildlife curator for this trip to Fort Rock and Summer Lake to view migratory birds, including raptors, songbirds and shorebirds. Learn the natural history of various species as well as tips for identifying birds in the field. 7:00 am — 5:00 pm $50, Members receive 20% discount Registration and prepayment […]