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the Museum Learn more From engaging exhibits such as "Dam It! Beavers & Us" to the outdoor flight show Raptors of the Desert Sky, summer is filled with wonder at the Museum. High Desert Museum Tickets barn owl in flight high desert museum things to do in bend oregon Museum wins
National Medal! We are thrilled and honored to announce that we won the 2021 National Medal from the Institute of Museum and Library Services! It's all about community. High Desert Museum Learn more barn owl in flight high desert museum things to do in bend oregon Take a virtual
journey Mule deer are an iconic part of the High Desert. Go on a virtual field trip to better understand our responsibility to the mule deer and what they need to thrive. High Desert Museum Field Trip Habitat interactive Celebrate the
Mighty Beaver Learn more Meet the rockstar engineer of riparian and aquatic habitats, the North American beaver! The dynamic exhibit will give you a new perspective of this continent's largest rodent. High Desert Museum
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Lifelong learning starts here! Explore teacher trainings, memorable field trips and unique school programs.

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The Museum

Wildlife,
History & Art

Otters, porcupines, owls, oh my! Encounter wildlife up close, explore the history and culture of the wild West and take in beautiful art. The High Desert Museum is a cultural gem set on 135 acres of awe. It’s no wonder visitors voted us one of the best things to do in Bend Oregon!

Daily Schedule

Upcoming
Events

Upcoming Events


  • 08.28.21
    7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join us online on Saturday, August 28 for an entertaining program, live and silent auctions, a raffle and more surprises at our annual fundraiser. FREE for individuals, friends and family! Help make this year’s High Desert Rendezvous and success and share this event with all your friends. Stay tuned for more details and auction previews. (more…)

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Changing
Exhibits

5.22.21 -
10.24.21

Art, Natural History

In Time's Hum

Go on a deep exploration of the art, intricacy and importance of pollination by visual artist jasna guy and entomologist Lincoln Best.

1.30.21 -
10.3.21

Natural History, Art

Dam It! Beavers and Us

Explore an important member of the order Rodentia and the interrelationship of people, beavers and the landscape.

3.6.21 -
7.18.21

Science, Art

Cosmic Microscapes

What do ancient pieces of cooled magma from the Moon and Mars have in common with samples from an eruption of Oregon’s Lava Butte only 7,000 years ago? Discover the hidden art of igneous rocks from Oregon and other planets in our solar system in a Museum exhibit.

Spirit of
the West Learn More Experience the vibrant history of the West as you explore its people, their challenges and successes. Permanent Exhibits By Hand
Through Memory Permanent Exhibits Discover the journey of the Plateau Indian Nations as they traveled from reservation confinement to the 21st century. Learn More Miller Family
Ranch Permanent Exhibits Living historians bring 1904 to life as they maintain the cabin, barn, willow corral and sawmill and care for their animals. Learn More Donald M. Kerr
Birds of
Prey Center Permanent Exhibits See some of nature’s most spectacular aerial predators up close: owls, hawks, eagles, falcons and vultures. Learn More Autzen
Otter Exhibit Permanent Exhibits Our three river otters define “play” in their newly-renovated exhibit. Learn More Desertarium Permanent Exhibits View High Desert reptiles, amphibians, spiders and burrowing owls. Learn More Galleries Changing Exhibits Temporary exhibits on art, history, nature and culture. Learn More
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