Welcome to the High Desert Museum

spotted owl chicks

America's only northern spotted owls to have bred in captivity, Polka and Dot, have two newborn chicks! Get a bird's-eye view of this fascinating and important development.

healing power of plants

Plant medicine, from ancient traditions to modern research. Created with nationally recognized botanists, herbalists, doctors and conservationists. Guided healing plant walks 9:30 a.m. weekdays.

living history

Chatted with a stagecoach driver lately?
What better way to learn about High Desert settlers. But don't stop there. Our buckaroo, homesteader, mustang handlers and other living history characters have stories too.