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  • Exhibition Opening: X-Ray Vision: Fish Inside Out

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

    The Smithsonian’s National Collection of Fishes represents the largest and most diverse collection of its kind in the world. Although the x-rays featured in the national collection were made for research purposes, the strikingly elegant images demonstrate the natural union of science and art. X-Ray Vision: Fish Inside Out features 40 black-and-white digital prints of […]

  • Waterston Desert Writing Prize: Award Ceremony

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

    Deserts have long offered rich inspiration for the written word. Join the winner and finalists from the 2021 Waterston Desert Writing Prize for an evening of readings and literary discussion exploring this complex landscape. In addition, 2021 Waterston Guest Judge Elizabeth Woody (Navajo, Warm Springs, Wasco, Yakama) will do a reading. A writer, poet and […]

    Free
  • Waterston Desert Writing Prize: A Desert Celebration

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

    The Grand Canyon is arguably one of the jewels of America’s natural wonders, yet it remains wild, mysterious and— even as a national park—under threat. Join writer Kevin Fedarko, author of The New York Times bestseller The Emerald Mile: The Epic Story of the Fastest Ride in History Through the Heart of the Grand Canyon, […]

    $20
  • Natural History Pub: Homelands, Treaty and Culture

    McMenamins 700 NW Bond St.

    Bobby Brunoe, General Manager of Natural Resources and Tribal Historic Preservation Officer of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, will provide an overview of where the Tribes come from and the Treaty of 1855 as well as insight into Tribes' culture, sovereignty and management of lands on and off reservation. Food and beverage sales in […]

    Free, RSVP is required
  • Teachers’ Night Out

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

    Back-to-school night — for adults! Central Oregon teachers and school administrators are invited to network with community organizations to support and enhance their upcoming school year. Doors open at 4:30 pm with special programming Free to public, private and home- school educators and administrators RSVP: highdesertmuseum.org/ teachers-night-out Made possible by Mid Oregon Credit Union

  • Exclusive Members’ Exhibition Preview: Rethinking Fire

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

    Celebrate the opening of Rethinking Fire! Meet Bryan David Griffith, the artist behind the exhibition, and see his original works that explore the role of fire and human impacts on forest amid a changing climate.

    $5
  • Exhibition Opening: Rethinking Fire

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

    Rethinking Fire explores the ecological role of fire and the human impacts on forests amid a changing climate and the rise of intense wildfires. Artist Bryan David Griffith uses fi re itself to create original paintings, sculptures and site-specific installations, transforming the gallery into a visually stunning, reflective space. Commentary from leading scholars in the […]

    $2 – $65
  • Art in the West Closing Party

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

    Celebrate the last day of Art in the West! Mingle with participating artists doing plein air demonstrations while enjoying live music and café specialties. The exhibit and auction close at 3:00 pm. Auction winners who are present can take home their pieces starting at 4:00 pm.

    $2 – $65
  • Virtual Tips and Strategies for Effective Charitable Giving

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

    Join local experts Erin MacDonald, trusts and estates attorney for Karnopp Petersen LLP, and Julie Gregory, senior philanthropic advisor for Oregon Community Foundation, to learn about innovative ways to structure your philanthropic giving to support the High Desert Museum and other charities during your lifetime or in your estate plan. This is a virtual event.

    Free