High Desert Museum
59800 South Hwy 97, Bend, OR, United States
We are incredibly excited to welcome the National Geographic society traveling exhibit, Wolves: Photography by Ronan Donovan, to the High Desert Museum on October 21, 2023. The opening of the exhibition is in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the signing of the Endangered Species Act. Images featured in the exhibition were captured by National […]
High Desert Museum
59800 South Hwy 97, Bend, OR, United States
Bend’s biggest little art show is turning 10! The Museum is once again honored to host this year’s 20-Dollar Art Show, presented by Bright Place Gallery. Ever-growing and defiant in the face of inflation, this year’s event will feature thousands of pieces of original art by well over 100 local artists for the low, low […]
High Desert Museum
59800 South Hwy 97, Bend, OR, United States
See history in action at the High Desert Museum. Witness a 1904 Lazinka Sawmill in action and learn how lumber was processed in Central Oregon at the turn of the century. Free with the price of admission.
High Desert Museum
59800 South Hwy 97, Bend, OR, United States
Celebrate the last day of Art in the West! Mingle with participating artists, watch live demonstrations, and enjoy live music, food and libations. The exhibit and auction close at 7:00 pm. Auction winners who are present can take home their pieces starting at 8:00 pm. 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm FREE
High Desert Museum
59800 South Hwy 97, Bend, OR, United States
Back-to-school night, but for teachers! Central Oregon teachers and school administrators are invited to network with community organizations to support and enhance their upcoming school year. Come early for the first screening of the High Desert Museum’s joint film project with Oregon Black Pioneers, Meeting the Sewells. 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Doors at 5:00 […]
High Desert Museum
59800 South Hwy 97, Bend, OR, United States
Don’t miss your last chance to explore the exhibition that considers the ambitions, intentions and outcomes (sometimes disastrous) of intentional communities in the High Desert and Western United States over the past half century. It highlights contemporary artists as well, sharing their visions of alternative worlds and futures. Imagine a World invites each of us […]
High Desert Museum
59800 South Hwy 97, Bend, OR, United States
Join us for an evening of literary excellence. Kevin Fedarko, author of The Emerald Mile: The Epic Story of the Fastest Ride In History Through the Heart of the Grand Canyon, will speak about his current project in the Grand Canyon and his odyssey of nearly 800 miles, almost none of which involved a trail. […]
High Desert Museum
59800 South Hwy 97, Bend, OR, United States
Join our wildlife team to learn about and photograph the wildlife in our care. Experienced photographers will be available to assist participants with camera techniques for portrait-style and action photography opportunities with raptors and mammals. Participants are welcome to explore the fundamentals of their equipment during a preliminary Zoom meeting on Wednesday, September 7 at […]
