The 20-Dollar Art Show Extravaganza


  •  10.23.26
     5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Join us for The 20-Dollar Art Show Extravaganza, a weekend celebrating Bend’s biggest little art show! Featuring over 10,000 pieces of original art by established and emerging local artists, this year’s show presented by Bright Place Gallery promises to be the biggest yet. As always, each mini masterpiece can be yours for the low, low price (more…)

Exhibition Closing: The 20-Dollar Art Show


  •  10.27.26
     9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Experience the creativity and quantity of The 20-Dollar Art Show. The exhibition and sale close on Tuesday, October 27. Presented by Bright Place Gallery. Made possible by the James F. and Marion L. Miller Foundation and the Clabough Foundation. (more…)

Exhibition Opening: The 20-Dollar Art Show


  •  10.10.26
     9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Bend’s biggest little art show returns! We are thrilled to partner with Bright Place Gallery to host the legendary 20-Dollar Art Show. This upcoming exhibition features nearly 9,000 original, miniature masterpieces by local and emerging artists. The 20-Dollar Art Show is a vibrant celebration of regional creativity, making local art accessible to everyone. All art will be (more…)

Bat Walk Wednesday


  •  08.12.26
     8:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Join the High Desert Museum for a guided twilight expedition in search of bats! Brush up on nocturnal species with Museum experts before heading outside to search for our flying mammalian friends. Weather-appropriate clothing and a flashlight or headlamp are necessary. Registration is required. Space is limited. 8:00 to 9:30 pm $10 | Members get (more…)

Bat Walk Wednesday


  •  07.08.26
     8:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Join the High Desert Museum for a guided twilight expedition in search of bats! Brush up on nocturnal species with Museum experts before heading outside to search for our flying mammalian friends. Weather-appropriate clothing and a flashlight or headlamp are necessary. Registration is required for this limited-space, family friendly program. Registration is required. Space is (more…)

Sawmill Demonstration


  •  08.27.26
     12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Full steam ahead! See the 1904 Lazinka Sawmill in action for the final time this summer. Learn how lumber was processed on-the-go at the turn of the century. FREE with Museum admission (more…)

2026 High Desert Rendezvous


  •  08.22.26
     5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Join us for the 37th annual High Desert Rendezvous, a rip-roaring evening including dinner, art, wildlife encounters, a live auction, raffle and more. This fundraiser supports the Museum’s exhibitions and programs. 5:00 to 9:00 pm Click the link below to purchase tickets and tables. Presented by Made possible by  With thanks to Vista Capital Partners (more…)

Museum & Me


  •  08.13.26
     5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

A quieter time for children and adults who experience physical, intellectual and/or social disabilities to enjoy the High Desert Museum after hours. Explore the Museum’s newest exhibitions and revisit your favorites. Sensory packs are available to borrow with headphones, fidgets and more. FREE for individuals, friends and family (more…)

Independence Day – Museum Closed

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  •  07.04.26
     9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Happy Independence Day! The Museum is closed today. We look forward to seeing you tomorrow, July 5 at 9:00 am!  (more…)

Sawmill Demonstration


  •  07.24.26
     12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Full steam ahead! See the 1904 Lazinka Sawmill in action and how lumber was processed on-the-go at the turn of the century. FREE with Museum admission (more…)