A single event that spans one or more consecutive days.
Join Professor Michael Holloman (Colville Confederated Tribes), film and media scholar Glen Mimura and Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Beth Harrington for an exploration of Frank Matsura’s life and portraits. This panel discussion will consider Matsura’s experiences as a Japanese-born photographer and the nuanced perspective that his photographs provide of Native communities in the early 1900s. 6:30 (more…)
Silver Sage Trading will be closed for inventory. (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. This is a first come, first seat event with doors closing promptly on the hour. Tickets are $7 per person and can be bought at Museum admissions. 11:00 am (more…)
Raptors take flight overhead in this intimate demonstration. Experience these powerful predators like never before as our wildlife specialists showcase the birds’ agility and grace. 11:00 am and 1:30 pm daily during spring break $7, members receive 20% discount Tickets sell out quickly. This is a first come, first seat event with doors closing promptly (more…)
Summer Hours BEGIN! The Museum will now be open from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm! General Admission: $20 Ages 65+ $17; College Students with I.D. $17; Ages 3-12 $12; Ages 2 and younger free (more…)
Join the Museum and our partners in continuing the celebration of Black history in the High Desert! This will be an evening of storytelling, connection and small-group conversation. While we often learn about Black leaders of the past, there are many in our community who do amazing work today. Engage with these living ancestors, honor (more…)
Explore veteran history with Patty Limerick The experiences of U.S. military veterans who lived and served over the last 200-plus years are essential to understanding the history of the West. Join renowned historian Patty Limerick, a professor at the University of Colorado Boulder, as she shares insights into her recent research with student veterans of (more…)
Invasive mussels are aquatic creatures that grow in dense clusters on streambeds and underwater structures. Tiny though they are, these animals harm riparian ecosystems and push out native species. Luckily, the most menacing invasive mussels have not entered Oregon — at least not yet. In 2024, the discovery of quagga mussels in Idaho’s Snake River (more…)
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. 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm FREE for individuals, friends and family (more…)
February 22, 2025 – October 5, 2025 When you look closely, the natural world is packed full of patterns. From clouds and tree bark to shells and cacti, nature is alive with repeating shapes. Scientists call them fractals. Patterns at Play: Fractals in Nature invites you to take a deeper dive into the Earth’s details. (more…)