High Desert Museum

Twice a year, the High Desert Museum thanks our seniors by offering FREE admission to those age 65 and older ... and that day is here again! Join us at Senior Day on Wednesday, November 20 from 10:00 am — 4:00 pm. ?? : Heather Duchow

In September thanks to support from The Roundhouse Foundation, the Museum launched the Indigenous Speakers Series—opportunities to hear from Indigenous speakers on compelling topics. Now, our next event is around the corner! Join us on December 4 for Ancestral and Legacy Burdens, featuring Donald “Del” Laverdure, an enrolled citizen of the Crow Nation, member of the Ties the Bundle Clan. Del will explore the mental and behavioral health challenges and opportunities for healing and growth within Indigenous communities. He will also facilitate a conversation focused on available resources, highlighting traditional and cultural knowledge alongside complementary Western healing modalities. Tickets are available now, and the evening is free for Tribal members! We hope to see you there. https://lnkd.in/gkZFZPZf

Hey, communicators! Want to work at an amazing institution doing meaningful work for Central Oregon—and beyond? Check out this role at the High Desert Museum! PS — Otter cuteness included. https://lnkd.in/gz3NQCG7

Calling all Central Oregon educators! Join us for Educators’ Night Out on October 24 at the Museum. ???? This is your chance to connect with fellow teachers, school administrators, paraeducators, teacher aides, content specialists, community organizations and more. Enjoy engaging demos, gather take-home resources, and get inspired for the school year ahead. It's like back to school night...for adults! When: Thursday, October 24 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm on Cost: FREE for all public, private, and homeschool educators! Don’t miss this special night just for YOU! RSVP today at https://lnkd.in/gpf5gqKH Let’s make this school year the best one yet! #HighDesertMuseum #CentralOregonEducators #EducatorsofInstagram #EducatorsOfTomorrow #BacktoSchool #BendOregon

Exciting news! Catch "Sensing Sasquatch" artist, Charlene "Tillie" Moody (Warm Springs) on tonight's season premiere of Oregon Art Beat! In this episode, Moody reflects on her deep connection to the woods and her fascination with Sasquatch, emphasizing the importance of respect for nature and its mysteries. She discusses her artwork for the "Sensing Sasquatch" exhibit at the Museum, which incorporates buffalo hide to evoke the essence of the elusive creature. Through her art, she shares personal experiences and tribal teachings, aiming to foster a sense of respect for the land and its spirits. The exhibit encourages viewers to engage with the artwork on a personal level, promoting awareness of Native culture and the significance of Sasquatch in Indigenous narratives. Oregon Art Beat season 26 airs tonight at 8:00 pm PST on watch.opb.org, the PBS app on Android mobile, Amazon Fire tablets, iOS, tvOS, Chromecast, Hulu+ and at pbs.org.

Are you interested in learning more about the wildlife living around us in Central Oregon? Join us for Tail Camera Community science, happening Saturday, October 12 at the Museum! Trail cameras can be a great tool for viewing and learning about animals you might not otherwise get to see. Learn how to use a trail camera, find good places to set one up, and discover how you can help biologists by uploading your images to iNaturalist! After the workshop, participants can check out a trail camera to use at home. Date: Saturday, October 12 Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Cost: $20 for 1 trail camera (individual or family), with a 20% discount for members! RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gqjksEuK

We’re excited to announce that the High Desert Museum has won a 2024 Sunset Travel Award in the "What to Do: Adventures and Explorations" category! A huge thank you to Sunset Magazine for this incredible honor and to Visit Central Oregon and our amazing community for your support. Check out the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gN9-7e23. Here’s to many more adventures together! #SunsetTravelAwards #HighDesertMuseum #AdventureAwaits

This year’s High Desert Rendezvous fundraiser was a phenomenal success! ?? We’ve set a new record by raising $630,000 to support our mission of delivering awe-inspiring wildlife encounters, immersive exhibitions and hands-on educational programs. This monumental achievement will directly and positively impact the nearly 225,000 Museum visitors we welcome each year. ?? A heartfelt THANK YOU to The Bend Foundation, Bonta Gelato, Ferguson Wellman Capital Management, First Interstate Bank and everyone who joined us to make this event unforgettable. Your support helps us continue to ignite curiosity and foster lifelong learning. ???? Photo by Bill Jorgens

Bestselling author Tucker Malarkey has entered the chat! Malarkey, renowned for her captivating novels "An Obvious Enchantment" and "Resurrection", as well as her acclaimed nonfiction work "Stronghold", will join us for the 10th annual Waterston Desert Writing Prize Ceremony! We’re excited to celebrate a decade of this prestigious award and honor the 2024 Prize winner, Leath Tonino. Both Tonino and Malarkey will share their insights and participate in a special book signing. Don’t miss this chance to hear from these remarkable authors! Grab your tickets now at https://lnkd.in/gVP7B2AT and join us for an unforgettable evening. #WaterstonPrize #TuckerMalarkey #DesertWriting #HighDesertMuseum #ExperienceWonder

Sending a huge congratulations to Ellen Waterston on being named the 11th Poet Laureate of Oregon! Ellen, a poet, educator, and speaker living in Bend, is the author of several books, including "Walking the High Desert: Encounters with Rural America along the Oregon Desert Trail," the essay collection "Where the Crooked River Rises," the memoir "Then There Was No Mountain," and four poetry titles: "Hotel Domilocos," "Between Desert Seasons," "I Am Madagascar," and "Vía Láctea: A Woman of a Certain Age Walks the Camino." She is also the founder of the Waterston Desert Writing Prize, which honors writers whose work reflects a deep connection to the desert. The awards take place every year at the Museum. The Prize is now celebrating its 10th year! Ellen’s contributions to literature and her dedication to celebrating the High Desert make this recognition truly fitting. We’re excited to see her passion for poetry, place, and community take center stage.