Event Type: Single Event

Photo courtesy of the National Park Service The geology of the John Day basin records a rich history of changing environments, including deep oceans, subtropical rainforests, temperate forests and sagebrush steppes. While volcanic and tectonic activity built the land we see today, the John Day River and its tributaries have helped to expose these rocks. (more…)

Featuring Donald “Del” Laverdure – enrolled citizen of the Crow Nation, member of the Ties the Bundle Clan Join us for an enlightening discussion led by Del Laverdure, where we will explore the mental and behavioral health challenges faced by indigenous communities and opportunities for healing and growth within these communities. Del will facilitate a (more…)

The Silver Sage Trading Store will be closed for inventory today. (more…)

20-Dollar Art Show Extravaganza tickets go on sale TODAY, September 25, at noon! Find the tickets HERE: https://highdesertmuseum.org/20-art-show-info/ *Tickets tend to go FAST! Plan to be online at the link above at the time of the release* (more…)

The Museum invites homeschool families and organizations to engage with our many educational resources. Hands-on Discovery Class reservations will be available for three age ranges. Registration is required and space is limited. $12 a visitor RSVP will become available in September at highdesertmuseum.org/homeschool-day (more…)

Bobby Brunoe, CEO and Secretary/Treasurer for the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, and Josh Newton, Partner at BBK Law, will explore tribal sovereignty and treaty rights as they relate to water in the region. This talk will highlight the importance of water to tribes and the ways that tribes continue to enact their rights today. (more…)

The Museum will close at 2:00 pm so our staff can prepare for our annual High Desert Rendezvous auction. We’ll see you tomorrow at 9:00 am! (more…)

For 7 million years, beavers have shaped Oregon’s landscape. Beginning in the early 1800s, however, Euro-American fur trapping and eradication policies almost exterminated beavers from this region completely. Today, beaver populations are recovering thanks to land managers and nonprofit groups working to protect this species and their habitats. Please join Reese Mercer, Founder of the (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 With support from (more…)