A single event that spans one or more consecutive days.
The Museum will be closed on Wednesday, February 16 for a staff retreat. We’ll see you Thursday morning! (more…)
We will begin accepting submissions for the 2022 Waterston Desert Writing Prize on Saturday, January 1, 2022. The submission deadline is Sunday, May 1, 2022. Learn more about guidelines and details. Emerging, mid-career and established nonfiction writers are invited to apply. The mission of the Waterston Desert Writing Prize is to strengthen and support the (more…)
Join us as we welcome the artwork of Central Oregon artist, professor and arts advocate Pat Clark. After a celebrated career as Chair of the Art Department at California State University, Long Beach, Clark retired and brought her passion and advocacy to Bend. The master printmaker founded in 2007 Atelier 6000, or A6, a (more…)
Come on an adventure! Children ages 3-5* and their caregivers investigate science, art, music, stories and culture in a fun, hands-on manner. Don backpacks filled with exciting objects while journeying through the Museum’s nature trails and exhibits. New themes weekly! Tuesday, December 14 On the Move – CLICK HERE TO BOOK NOW Where are the (more…)
Come on an adventure! Children ages 3-5* and their caregivers investigate science, art, music, stories and culture in a fun, hands-on manner. Don backpacks filled with exciting objects while journeying through the Museum’s nature trails and exhibits. New themes weekly! Tuesday, December 7 Fire and Art Tour the aftermath of the prescribed burn at (more…)
What if you had to wait weeks for someone to receive a text message? That’s what Annie Miller did in 1904. She wrote letters to distant loved ones and eagerly awaited their reply. Join Annie as she reads from her letters, sharing tidbits from her life on a High Desert ranch. Free with Museum admission (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 exhibits and revisit your favorites. Free for individuals, friends and family Made possible by With support from Mark and Kathy Kralj (more…)
This exhibition 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 to reflect on how we are. FREE (more…)
Save the date for a celebration of the opening of Imagine a World. The exhibition considers the ambitions, intentions and outcomes 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. The exhibition invites (more…)
Can you imagine putting on up to six layers of clothing each day? In 1904, your local dressmaker would help ensure that you look comfortable, fashionable and functional. Come learn about clothing and fashions at the Miller Ranch. Free with Museum admission (more…)