Event Type: Single Event

  The Waterston Desert Writing Prize (the Prize) was established in 2014 and inspired by author and poet Ellen Waterston’s love of the High Desert, a region that has been her muse for more than 40 years. The Prize provides financial and other support to writers whose work reflects a similar connection to the desert, (more…)

This program is sold out. If you would like to be on the waiting list, click here and complete the form. In the event of an RSVP cancelation, we will reach out to you.   Central Oregon is known as a migration pathway for western monarch butterflies, but over 100 different butterfly species also call (more…)

This program is sold out. If you would like to be put on the waiting list, please complete the form here. We will call you if space becomes available. Galaxies, Asteroids and Exoplanets, oh my! Join Dr. Scott Fisher, director of the Pine Mountain Observatory and astronomy lecturer at the University of Oregon, to learn (more…)

In the western U.S., runoff from snowmelt accounts for nearly 50-70% of the region’s water resources. In 1935, the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) established a formal, cooperative Snow Survey to conduct snow surveys and develop reliable water forecasts for the western U.S. The Snow Survey serves a critical role in collecting hydroclimatic data that provide information critical to water management, drought (more…)

  Renowned educator and activist Patricia Whitefoot (Yakama Nation) and Valerie Switzler (Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs) will discuss how Plateau tribes are passing on Indigenous knowledge and traditions to future generations. Videos and other visuals will aid in telling stories of intergenerational learning and youth engagement. Learn how you can support current advocacy efforts (more…)

Online tickets no longer available. Tickets will be available at the door. Indigenous filmmakers are breaking barriers in true cinematic storytelling, and more are getting behind the camera to share their own stories.   Discover how this work is continuing storytelling traditions at the Indigenous Filmmakers Panel on Thursday, April 6. LaRonn Katchia (Warm Springs, (more…)

As of Saturday, April 1, we’ll be open daily 9:00 am – 5:00 pm! (more…)

Raptors take flight overhead in this intimate, indoor demonstration. Experience these powerful predators like never before as our wildlife specialists showcase the birds’ agility and grace. Two demonstrations daily – 11:00 am and 1:30 pm $7, Museum members receive 20% discount Tickets are available day-of at Admissions. Seating is limited, so arrive early! The program (more…)

Get ready for a week filled with special spring break programming! We’ll kick off our summer hours early, open daily from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. Through Sunday, April 2. Made possible by (more…)

Online tickets are no longer available. Tickets will be available at the door.   Items created by Indigenous Plateau artists are imbued with the spirit of their maker and have ongoing connections to contemporary communities. What does this understanding mean for objects held at museums? Join Phillip Cash Cash, Ph.D., (Weyíiletpuu/Cayuse, Niimíipuu/Nez Perce) and Professor (more…)