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SUMMARY:Annual Chili Feed and Raffle
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to calendar the incredibly popular yearly Deschutes Historical Museum Chili Feed and Raffle! From the closely-held secret “Millie’s Chili” recipe\, to the array of quality raffle baskets\, to our live music offerings\, you do not want to miss a thing. \nThis is the Deschutes County Historical Society’s biggest yearly fundraiser and a warm\, inviting community event that brings together all ages on the grounds of the historic Reid School building.
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/annual-chili-feed-and-raffle/
LOCATION:Deschutes Historical Museum\, 129 NW Idaho Ave.\, Bend\, OR
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260919T140000
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SUMMARY:Bend Oktoberfest - Celebrate Fall\, Bend-Style!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Bend Oktoberfest—a high-spirited\, family-friendly celebration in the heart of downtown Bend! This free community event brings a touch of Bavaria to the High Desert with live music\, delicious local food\, craft beer\, wiener dog races\, quirky competitions\, and more. \nThink: stein holding\, pretzel tossing\, the beer slide showdown\, and yes—costumes\, yodels\, and barrels will roll. \nVisit oktoberfestbend.com for details about the Bark Bash dog race and other games and activities. Registration fees apply to some activities. \nProst!
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/bend-oktoberfest-celebrate-fall-bend-style/
LOCATION:Deschutes Historical Museum\, 129 NW Idaho Ave.\, Bend\, OR
CATEGORIES:Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lay it Out Events":MAILTO:info@layitoutevents.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260829T120000
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SUMMARY:The Little Woody Barrel-Aged Beer and Whiskey Festival
DESCRIPTION:August 29\, 2026\n12-9:00 p.m.\nAfter years of gnomes\, growlers\, barrel-aged magic\, and unforgettable pours\, 2026 marks the final Little Woody. We’re going out the only way we know how — one perfect day\, raising a glass to the brewers\, distillers\, partners\, and fans who made this festival what it was. \nThis is your last chance to sip it\, savor it\, and celebrate it. \nOne day only. One last pour. One final Woody. \nCLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/the-little-woody-barrel-aged-beer-and-whiskey-festival/
LOCATION:Deschutes Historical Museum\, 129 NW Idaho Ave.\, Bend\, OR
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260829T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260829T120000
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SUMMARY:Early Days of Bend Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:EARLY DAYS OF BEND walking tour\n\nTravel back to when the river ran wild\, Ponderosa pines were plentiful and Bend the Beautiful was a town in the making. Learn about early Bend through the stories of six “Bendites” and how these residents helped transform a young hamlet into a booming town.\nThe Deschutes Historical Museum provides heritage walking tours of historical significance around Bend’s historic downtown district\, neighborhoods\, and sites Saturdays May through August. All tours leave the museum at 10:30 a.m. and are led by knowledgeable and trained museum volunteers. Tours are subject to change and cancellation\, operating rain or shine.  For more information call 541-389-1813 or email info@deschuteshistory.org\nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED as space is limited\nTours begin at the Deschutes Historical Museum and ends at Lone Crow Bungalow on Wall Street.\nTime: 10:30 a.m.\, approximately 90 minutes\nLength: Less than a mile traveling through old neighborhoods and parkways. The sidewalks can be uneven at times.\n$15 General\nDHM members FREE\nWe recommend wearing comfortable shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring water.\nParking is available at the museum.
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/early-days-of-bend-walking-tour-14/
LOCATION:Deschutes Historical Museum\, 129 NW Idaho Ave.\, Bend\, OR
CATEGORIES:Early Days of Bend,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260825T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260825T200000
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CREATED:20260812T175112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T175112Z
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SUMMARY:August History Pub: Joel Palmer and The Shaping of Oregon
DESCRIPTION:Lang’s new book\, The Country for Me: Joel Palmer and the Shaping of Oregon\, is the first full biography of Joel Palmer\, a Canadian-born American who played a central role in the political and economic shaping of Oregon. Having traveled on the Oregon Trail three times\, he wrote a popular trail guidebook used by later emigrants. Palmer’s experience in public life and government service during his first five years in Oregon led to his federal appointment as superintendent of Indian Affairs for the territory. Palmer is honored by Native Nations in Oregon because he generally considered their conditions and honestly presented a federal government pledge to protect and support their interests. He did not use his office for personal enrichment\, a legacy that did not adhere to most federal agents in their dealings with Native peoples. \nWilliam L. Lang presents Palmer’s life story as a means to better understand the context and realities of change in Oregon as it transitioned from a contested territory to a state. \nWilliam L. Lang is professor emeritus of history at Portland State University and the founding editor of Oregon Encyclopedia of History and Culture. Lang is the author and editor of numerous books\, including The Country of Me: Joel Palmer and the Shaping of Oregon\, and the co-author of Two Centuries of Lewis and Clark: Reflections on the Voyage of Discovery. Lang is the great-great-great-grandson of Joel Palmer. \nDoors open at 6:00 p.m.\nPresentation begins at 7:00 p.m. \nCLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/august-history-pub-joel-palmer-and-the-shaping-of-oregon/
LOCATION:McMenamins Old St Francis School\, 700 NW Bond St\, Bend\, Oregon\, 97703
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260822T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260822T120000
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SUMMARY:Reflections of History: An Architectural Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:REFLECTIONS OF HISTORY: An Architectural Walking Tour\nStroll through the Drake Park Neighborhood Historic District and go back in time when walking was the thing to do and neighborhoods were all about proximity to town. Participants will be introduced to the architectural styles represented in the neighborhood\, coupled with stories of changing times in a growing community.\nThe Deschutes Historical Museum provides walking tours of historical significance around Bend’s historic downtown district\, neighborhoods\, and sites Saturdays May through August. All tours leave the museum at 10:30 a.m. and are led by knowledgeable and trained museum volunteers. Tours are subject to change and cancellation\, operating rain or shine. For more information call 541-389-1813 or email info@deschuteshistory.org\nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED as space is limited.\nTours begin and end at the Deschutes Historical Museum.\nTime: 10:30 a.m.\, approximately 90 minutes\nLength: 1-mile walking through historic neighborhoods. The sidewalks are uneven at times.\n$15 General\nDHM members FREE\nWe recommend wearing comfortable shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring water.\nParking is available at the museum.
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/reflections-of-history-an-architectural-walking-tour-14/
LOCATION:Deschutes Historical Museum\, 129 NW Idaho Ave.\, Bend\, OR
CATEGORIES:Architect Tour,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260808T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260808T160000
DTSTAMP:20260303T223124Z
CREATED:20260303T223124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T223124Z
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SUMMARY:5th Annual Antique Fair
DESCRIPTION:Specially curated by the Deschutes Historical Museum\, the Antique Fair features a wide variety of antiques and selected collectibles\, as well as live music and food from local vendors. \nAdmission is free for the fair and the Deschutes Historical Museum. \nInterested in being a vendor? Apply today! \n2026 DCHS ANTIQUE FAIR VENDOR APPLICATION
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/5th-annual-antique-fair/
LOCATION:Deschutes Historical Museum\, 129 NW Idaho Ave.\, Bend\, OR
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260801T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260801T120000
DTSTAMP:20260402T181732Z
CREATED:20260402T181732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T181732Z
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SUMMARY:Reflections of History: An Architectural Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:REFLECTIONS OF HISTORY: An Architectural Walking Tour\nStroll through the Drake Park Neighborhood Historic District and go back in time when walking was the thing to do and neighborhoods were all about proximity to town. Participants will be introduced to the architectural styles represented in the neighborhood\, coupled with stories of changing times in a growing community.\nThe Deschutes Historical Museum provides walking tours of historical significance around Bend’s historic downtown district\, neighborhoods\, and sites Saturdays May through August. All tours leave the museum at 10:30 a.m. and are led by knowledgeable and trained museum volunteers. Tours are subject to change and cancellation\, operating rain or shine. For more information call 541-389-1813 or email info@deschuteshistory.org\nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED as space is limited.\nTours begin and end at the Deschutes Historical Museum.\nTime: 10:30 a.m.\, approximately 90 minutes\nLength: 1-mile walking through historic neighborhoods. The sidewalks are uneven at times.\n$15 General\nDHM members FREE\nWe recommend wearing comfortable shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring water.\nParking is available at the museum.
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/reflections-of-history-an-architectural-walking-tour-13/
LOCATION:Deschutes Historical Museum\, 129 NW Idaho Ave.\, Bend\, OR
CATEGORIES:Architect Tour,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260728T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260728T200000
DTSTAMP:20260702T190044Z
CREATED:20260702T190044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T190044Z
UID:290132-1785265200-1785268800@www.deschuteshistory.org
SUMMARY:July History Pub: Stink Water or Mountain Spring Water: A Century of Bend’s Water System
DESCRIPTION:In 1923\, Bend’s source for drinking water\, the Deschutes River\, was condemned by the state of Oregon as “unfit for human consumption.” What were the citizens of Bend to do? Would they filter it or look for a new supply? What would it cost\, and who would pay for it? \nPatrick Griffiths is an award-winning water resource administrator and water policy expert with over 22 years of leadership in municipal water rights management\, water conservation\, and regional water governance. As the former water resources manager for Bend\, Oregon\, he created the WaterWise program and successfully planned for the water demands of a rapidly growing urban population with critical environmental stewardship. Within the Deschutes River Basin\, Griffiths is widely recognized for designing innovative\, data-driven public conservation campaigns and orchestrating complex multi-party water management agreements to meet all identified new water needs. \nDoors open at 6:00 p.m.\nPresentation begins at 7:00 p.m. \nCLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/july-history-pub-stink-water-or-mountain-spring-water-a-century-of-bends-water-system/
LOCATION:McMenamins Old St Francis School\, 700 NW Bond St\, Bend\, Oregon\, 97703
CATEGORIES:Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@deschuteshistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260725T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260725T120000
DTSTAMP:20260402T010315Z
CREATED:20260402T010315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T010315Z
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SUMMARY:Early Days of Bend Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:EARLY DAYS OF BEND walking tour\n\nTravel back to when the river ran wild\, Ponderosa pines were plentiful and Bend the Beautiful was a town in the making. Learn about early Bend through the stories of six “Bendites” and how these residents helped transform a young hamlet into a booming town.\nThe Deschutes Historical Museum provides heritage walking tours of historical significance around Bend’s historic downtown district\, neighborhoods\, and sites Saturdays May through August. All tours leave the museum at 10:30 a.m. and are led by knowledgeable and trained museum volunteers. Tours are subject to change and cancellation\, operating rain or shine.  For more information call 541-389-1813 or email info@deschuteshistory.org\nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED as space is limited\nTours begin at the Deschutes Historical Museum and ends at Lone Crow Bungalow on Wall Street.\nTime: 10:30 a.m.\, approximately 90 minutes\nLength: Less than a mile traveling through old neighborhoods and parkways. The sidewalks can be uneven at times.\n$15 General\nDHM members FREE\nWe recommend wearing comfortable shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring water.\nParking is available at the museum.
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/early-days-of-bend-walking-tour-12/
LOCATION:Deschutes Historical Museum\, 129 NW Idaho Ave.\, Bend\, OR
CATEGORIES:Early Days of Bend,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260718T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260718T120000
DTSTAMP:20260618T171714Z
CREATED:20260402T181133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T171714Z
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SUMMARY:Reflections of History: An Architectural Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:REFLECTIONS OF HISTORY: An Architectural Walking Tour\nStroll through the Drake Park Neighborhood Historic District and go back in time when walking was the thing to do and neighborhoods were all about proximity to town. Participants will be introduced to the architectural styles represented in the neighborhood\, coupled with stories of changing times in a growing community.\nThe Deschutes Historical Museum provides walking tours of historical significance around Bend’s historic downtown district\, neighborhoods\, and sites Saturdays May through August. All tours leave the museum at 10:30 a.m. and are led by knowledgeable and trained museum volunteers. Tours are subject to change and cancellation\, operating rain or shine. For more information call 541-389-1813 or email info@deschuteshistory.org\nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED as space is limited.\nTours begin and end at the Deschutes Historical Museum.\nTime: 10:30 a.m.\, approximately 90 minutes\nLength: 1-mile walking through historic neighborhoods. The sidewalks are uneven at times.\n$15 General\nDHM members FREE\nWe recommend wearing comfortable shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring water.\nParking is available at the museum.
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/reflections-of-history-an-architectural-walking-tour-12/
LOCATION:Deschutes Historical Museum\, 129 NW Idaho Ave.\, Bend\, OR
CATEGORIES:Architect Tour,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260711T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260711T120000
DTSTAMP:20260708T212408Z
CREATED:20260402T005553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T212408Z
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SUMMARY:Early Days of Bend Walking Tour- FULL
DESCRIPTION:EARLY DAYS OF BEND walking tour\n\nTravel back to when the river ran wild\, Ponderosa pines were plentiful and Bend the Beautiful was a town in the making. Learn about early Bend through the stories of six “Bendites” and how these residents helped transform a young hamlet into a booming town.\nThe Deschutes Historical Museum provides heritage walking tours of historical significance around Bend’s historic downtown district\, neighborhoods\, and sites Saturdays May through August. All tours leave the museum at 10:30 a.m. and are led by knowledgeable and trained museum volunteers. Tours are subject to change and cancellation\, operating rain or shine.  For more information call 541-389-1813 or email info@deschuteshistory.org\nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED as space is limited\nTours begin at the Deschutes Historical Museum and ends at Lone Crow Bungalow on Wall Street.\nTime: 10:30 a.m.\, approximately 90 minutes\nLength: Less than a mile traveling through old neighborhoods and parkways. The sidewalks can be uneven at times.\n$15 General\nDHM members FREE\nWe recommend wearing comfortable shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring water.\nParking is available at the museum.
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/early-days-of-bend-walking-tour-11/
LOCATION:Deschutes Historical Museum\, 129 NW Idaho Ave.\, Bend\, OR
CATEGORIES:Early Days of Bend,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260711T170000
DTSTAMP:20260625T225246Z
CREATED:20260506T233815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T225246Z
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SUMMARY:History Bricks
DESCRIPTION:History Bricks\n\nIts LEGO™ meets history this July 4th as we celebrate America’s 250th by exploring historic landmarks of Deschutes County.\nWe are inviting community members to explore\, learn about\, and recreate the distinctive architectural landscape of historic Deschutes County. Participants will learn about the origins of our historic landmarks\, the people and places behind them\, and artistically recreate them with Lego/Duplo or other comparable brick art. The Deschutes County Museum will be a place for the community to gather and showcase the original works in an exhibit\, bridging past and present in a unique way that celebrates our cultural heritage and brings people together. \nThe challenge:\nRecreate a historic landmark in LEGO™\nThe place:\nDeschutes Historical Museum\nWhen:\nJuly 4 – July 11\, 2026\nCategories:\nKids 12 and under and Big Kids 13 to 100 \nCompete Rules here: History Bricks 2026 \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nGet inspired by searching our collection here. \nSearch Historic Landmarks via Storymap here. \nHistory Bricks Rules: \nUsing Lego bricks\, create a display of a recognizable historic landmark in the county. \n\nAll creations must be built ahead of time with your own LEGO\, DUPLO\, or similar blocks. Deschutes Historical Museum does not provide the Legos and building does not take place on site.\nEntries must be on a solid base for transporting and must not be larger than 24” x 24”.\nNo additional materials\, such as tape or glue\, are permitted.\nAll entries must depict or be inspired by historical sites located in Deschutes County. The use of designs from Lego kits is not permitted.\nAn entry form must be submitted for each original creation\, and the design must be built by the participant(s) listed on the entry form. Entry forms will be filled out on site at time of delivery.\nCreations will be delivered to the Deschutes Historical Museum July 3 for a one-week display starting July 4\, 2026\, and ending July 11\, 2026.\n\nJudging:  \nJudging will be a community vote during the week in which they are displayed at the museum. Results will be tallied and announced on July 11th. \nThere will be one museum staff choice certificate awarded to the most historically accurate build across both categories. \nCategories:  \nAll ages are encouraged to enter in two categories: Participants 12 and under or 13 and up. \nPrizes: \nOld Mill Gift Certificates and more await the winner of each category.
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/history-bricks/
LOCATION:Oregon
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260704T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T215706Z
CREATED:20260609T215706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T215706Z
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SUMMARY:Fourth of July Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join the Deschutes County Historical Society as we celebrate the 46th Birthday of the Deschutes Historical Museum AND the 250th Anniversary of our nation’s independence! \nThe museum will be open all day with free admission. Visitors will be treated with frozen treats\, games\, and a look at the entries of our newest event\, “History Bricks!”\nThis is the best opportunity to see the new exhibit\, “The Moments that Made US.” Explore important moments in Oregon and Central Oregon history that shaped our identity and set us apart.\nThis exhibit follows the history of how the United States acquired and shaped Oregon. It is a timeline driven by exploration\, diplomacy\, and the mass migration of settlers\, among other events. 
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/fourth-of-july-open-house-3/
LOCATION:Deschutes Historical Museum\, 129 NW Idaho Ave.\, Bend\, OR
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260630T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260630T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T215810Z
CREATED:20260609T213700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T215810Z
UID:290092-1782846000-1782849600@www.deschuteshistory.org
SUMMARY:History Pub: Women Lawyers in Oregon: 140 Years of Success\, Synergy\, and Surprises
DESCRIPTION:Since 1886\, many trailblazing women in Oregon have built successful careers in the legal profession\, some with quite unusual paths\, especially for their time. As women lawyers formed their own networking organizations\, they found synergies\, especially in state-wide collaborations. Trudy Allen presents Oregon’s history of women in the legal world\, including some surprising visibility and achievements. Trudy also covers the challenges and ongoing efforts to make lasting progress for women in the field\, and for others from underrepresented communities. \nTrudy Allen is a retired lawyer and has served as the historian for the Oregon Women Lawyers Foundation since 1999. When she was admitted to the Oregon State Bar in 1982\, she was fortunate to meet several early women lawyers and was inspired to preserve their stories. Since the mid-1980s\, Trudy has researched and written several articles for legal publications\, tracking trends of women’s admission to practicing law in Oregon and their service in the judiciary. \nDoors open at 6:00 p.m. Presentation starts at 7:00 p.m.\nClick Here for Tickets
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/history-pub-women-lawyers-in-oregon-140-years-of-success-synergy-and-surprises/
LOCATION:McMenamins Old St Francis School\, 700 NW Bond St\, Bend\, Oregon\, 97703
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T120000
DTSTAMP:20260626T213215Z
CREATED:20260402T175535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T213215Z
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SUMMARY:Reflections of History: An Architectural Walking Tour - Full
DESCRIPTION:REFLECTIONS OF HISTORY: An Architectural Walking Tour\nStroll through the Drake Park Neighborhood Historic District and go back in time when walking was the thing to do and neighborhoods were all about proximity to town. Participants will be introduced to the architectural styles represented in the neighborhood\, coupled with stories of changing times in a growing community.\nThe Deschutes Historical Museum provides walking tours of historical significance around Bend’s historic downtown district\, neighborhoods\, and sites Saturdays May through August. All tours leave the museum at 10:30 a.m. and are led by knowledgeable and trained museum volunteers. Tours are subject to change and cancellation\, operating rain or shine. For more information call 541-389-1813 or email info@deschuteshistory.org\nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED as space is limited.\nTours begin and end at the Deschutes Historical Museum.\nTime: 10:30 a.m.\, approximately 90 minutes\nLength: 1-mile walking through historic neighborhoods. The sidewalks are uneven at times.\n$15 General\nDHM members FREE\nWe recommend wearing comfortable shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring water.\nParking is available at the museum.
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/reflections-of-history-an-architectural-walking-tour-11/
LOCATION:Deschutes Historical Museum\, 129 NW Idaho Ave.\, Bend\, OR
CATEGORIES:Architect Tour,Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T120000
DTSTAMP:20260618T170621Z
CREATED:20260401T204951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T170621Z
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SUMMARY:Early Days of Bend Walking Tour -  FULL
DESCRIPTION:EARLY DAYS OF BEND walking tour- FULL-\n\nTravel back to when the river ran wild\, Ponderosa pines were plentiful and Bend the Beautiful was a town in the making. Learn about early Bend through the stories of six “Bendites” and how these residents helped transform a young hamlet into a booming town.\nThe Deschutes Historical Museum provides heritage walking tours of historical significance around Bend’s historic downtown district\, neighborhoods\, and sites Saturdays May through August. All tours leave the museum at 10:30 a.m. and are led by knowledgeable and trained museum volunteers. Tours are subject to change and cancellation\, operating rain or shine.  For more information call 541-389-1813 or email info@deschuteshistory.org\nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED as space is limited\nTours begin at the Deschutes Historical Museum and ends at Lone Crow Bungalow on Wall Street.\nTime: 10:30 a.m.\, approximately 90 minutes\nLength: Less than a mile traveling through old neighborhoods and parkways. The sidewalks can be uneven at times.\n$15 General\nDHM members FREE\nWe recommend wearing comfortable shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring water.\nParking is available at the museum.
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/early-days-of-bend-walking-tour-10/
LOCATION:Deschutes Historical Museum\, 129 NW Idaho Ave.\, Bend\, OR
CATEGORIES:Early Days of Bend,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T120000
DTSTAMP:20260402T174209Z
CREATED:20260402T174209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T174209Z
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SUMMARY:Reflections of History: An Architectural Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:REFLECTIONS OF HISTORY: An Architectural Walking Tour\nStroll through the Drake Park Neighborhood Historic District and go back in time when walking was the thing to do and neighborhoods were all about proximity to town. Participants will be introduced to the architectural styles represented in the neighborhood\, coupled with stories of changing times in a growing community.\nThe Deschutes Historical Museum provides walking tours of historical significance around Bend’s historic downtown district\, neighborhoods\, and sites Saturdays May through August. All tours leave the museum at 10:30 a.m. and are led by knowledgeable and trained museum volunteers. Tours are subject to change and cancellation\, operating rain or shine. For more information call 541-389-1813 or email info@deschuteshistory.org\nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED as space is limited.\nTours begin and end at the Deschutes Historical Museum.\nTime: 10:30 a.m.\, approximately 90 minutes\nLength: 1-mile walking through historic neighborhoods. The sidewalks are uneven at times.\n$15 General\nDHM members FREE\nWe recommend wearing comfortable shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring water.\nParking is available at the museum.
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/reflections-of-history-an-architectural-walking-tour-10/
LOCATION:Deschutes Historical Museum\, 129 NW Idaho Ave.\, Bend\, OR
CATEGORIES:Architect Tour,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260606T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260606T150000
DTSTAMP:20260311T222633Z
CREATED:20260212T195019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T222633Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Oregon Archaeology Roadshow: The Archaeology of Fire and Water
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Archaeology & Heritage of Oregon and Beyond\nThe 14th annual Archaeology Roadshow focuses on The Archaeology of Fire & Water and features dozens of exhibits and activities hosted by archaeologists and heritage specialists representing universities\, tribes\, federal and state agencies\, companies\, and nonprofit organizations. \nThe Roadshow also invites visitors to bring personal objects (stone tools\, pottery\, animal bones) they wish to know more about. We’ll have a panel of experts on hand who will help interpret your find. No financial appraisals are given. \nThis family-friendly event gives visitors of all ages the chance to learn more about Oregon’s past and its connections to us today. It is completely free and open to all. \nCLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION about being an exhibitor\, volunteer\, or for tribal member information.
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/2026-oregon-archaeology-roadshow-the-archaeology-of-fire-and-water/
LOCATION:Deschutes Historical Museum\, 129 NW Idaho Ave.\, Bend\, OR
CATEGORIES:Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260529T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260529T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204408Z
CREATED:20260403T204408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T204408Z
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SUMMARY:Come Along on the Oregon Trail
DESCRIPTION:Between 1841 to1869 more than 350\,000 people emigrated along the Oregon Trail. The 2\,000-mile journey was difficult and dangerous. Travelers traversed unfamiliar prairies\, deserts\, rivers\, and mountains with minimal help along the way.\nJoin Lynda Paznokas as she shares her insights into the rationale behind making the journey West\, the treacherous landscapes they crossed\, and the reality discovered at the end of the trail. Using photographs\, journal entries\, and Lynda’s own research\, “Come Along on the Oregon Trail” sheds light on misconceptions about this fascinating and complicated time in United States history.\nThis free presentation starts at 2:30 pm in the Deschutes Historical Museum’s research library.\nSpace is limited\nOn-site parking is available.\n\nLynda Paznokas’ interest in the Oregon Trail began in grade school\, captured by the Oregon Trail stories brought to life by her fourth-grade teacher. Her fascination grew while researching her family’s trail blazing history West. Over the past decade Lynda has photographed the Oregon Trail from Missouri to Oregon\, gaining a new appreciation for the journey and historical complexities comprising this moment in U.S. history.\nAs an elementary and middle school teacher she has shared her enthusiasm of history with her students. She has worked as an Elementary Curriculum Specialist for the Bend-La Pine School District and has taught future teachers at the university level.\nHer book\, Pathways of America: The Oregon Trail\, assists educators\, encouraging students to develop a variety of critical thinking skills around this subject.
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/come-along-on-the-oregon-trail/
LOCATION:Deschutes Historical Museum\, 129 NW Idaho Ave.\, Bend\, OR
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260526T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260526T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T221706Z
CREATED:20260506T221437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T221706Z
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SUMMARY:History Pub: About Scott Joplin and the Ragtime Spaces of Deschutes County: 1900-1918
DESCRIPTION:When Bend became a city in 1905\, ragtime music by Midwesterner Scott Joplin and other African American composers dominated entertainment venues across the US. Even in Deschutes County\, Oregon\, ragtime enlivened town life for at least 20 years\, proving unexpected ties to Tin Pan Alley and the Eastern commercial music industry at the turn of the 20th century. Joplin’s joyful compositions reflected the vibrancy of the first generation of African Americans born after the Emancipation Proclamation. Today\, Joplin’s piano rags rank among the world’s artistic masterworks. \nKendra Kay Friar\, EdD\, is an adjunct professor of music at Pacific University and the academic editor of the Journal of General Music Education. She has worked as an elementary music teacher\, a children’s choir director\, and Portland-based collaborative pianist for over 20 years. Her work has been published in Music Educators Journal\, Journal of General Music Education\, and Oregon Music Educator. In 2021\, she received the Outstanding Elementary Music Educator Award from Oregon Music Educators Association. She researches music education history to restore multicultural voices to modern teaching resources. \nDoors open at 6:00 p.m.\nPresentation begins at 7:00 p.m. \nCLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/history-pub-may-26-2026/
LOCATION:McMenamins Old St Francis School\, 700 NW Bond St\, Bend\, Oregon\, 97703
CATEGORIES:Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T234031Z
CREATED:20260408T233749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T234031Z
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SUMMARY:Property Research Workshop- What Was At That Address?
DESCRIPTION:The most asked questions at the museum are often those pertaining to property. “When was my home built? Who lived in my house? What was here when…?” Join Vanessa Ivey\, Museum Manager\, as she leads a Property Research Workshop-“What Was At That Address?” sharing her tricks and tips of uncovering property history\, Saturday May 23\, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Deschutes Historical Museum’s research library.\nRegistration is required as space is limited. $50 per person\, CLICK HERE TO REGISTER\nVanessa will expand on an earlier workshop she led in 2021 on researching rural properties and include ways to track down urban homes and businesses within Bend’s city limits. Learn what resources you have at your fingertips from home\, and reference materials you can find available at the museum.\nSuggest bringing a sack lunch\, laptop/tablet\, and possible address of interest.\nFor more information contact Deschutes Historical Museum: call 541-389-1813 or email info@deschuteshistory.org
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/property-research-workshop-what-was-at-that-address/
LOCATION:Deschutes Historical Museum\, 129 NW Idaho Ave.\, Bend\, OR
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260402T020926Z
CREATED:20260402T020502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T020926Z
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SUMMARY:Reflections of History: An Architectural Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:REFLECTIONS OF HISTORY: An Architectural Walking Tour\nStroll through the Drake Park Neighborhood Historic District and go back in time when walking was the thing to do and neighborhoods were all about proximity to town. Participants will be introduced to the architectural styles represented in the neighborhood\, coupled with stories of changing times in a growing community.\nThe Deschutes Historical Museum provides walking tours of historical significance around Bend’s historic downtown district\, neighborhoods\, and sites Saturdays May through August. All tours leave the museum at 10:30 a.m. and are led by knowledgeable and trained museum volunteers. Tours are subject to change and cancellation\, operating rain or shine. For more information call 541-389-1813 or email info@deschuteshistory.org\nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED as space is limited.\nTours begin and end at the Deschutes Historical Museum.\nTime: 10:30 a.m.\, approximately 90 minutes\nLength: 1-mile walking through historic neighborhoods. The sidewalks are uneven at times.\n$15 General\nDHM members FREE\nWe recommend wearing comfortable shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring water.\nParking is available at the museum.
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/reflections-of-history-an-architectural-walking-tour-9/
LOCATION:Deschutes Historical Museum\, 129 NW Idaho Ave.\, Bend\, OR
CATEGORIES:Architect Tour,Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260401T204405Z
CREATED:20260401T203027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T204405Z
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SUMMARY:Early Days of Bend Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:EARLY DAYS OF BEND walking tour\n\nTravel back to when the river ran wild\, Ponderosa pines were plentiful and Bend the Beautiful was a town in the making. Learn about early Bend through the stories of six “Bendites” and how these residents helped transform a young hamlet into a booming town.\nThe Deschutes Historical Museum provides heritage walking tours of historical significance around Bend’s historic downtown district\, neighborhoods\, and sites Saturdays May through August. All tours leave the museum at 10:30 a.m. and are led by knowledgeable and trained museum volunteers. Tours are subject to change and cancellation\, operating rain or shine.  For more information call 541-389-1813 or email info@deschuteshistory.org\nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED as space is limited\nTours begin at the Deschutes Historical Museum and ends at Lone Crow Bungalow on Wall Street.\nTime: 10:30 a.m.\, approximately 90 minutes\nLength: Less than a mile traveling through old neighborhoods and parkways. The sidewalks can be uneven at times.\n$15 General\nDHM members FREE\nWe recommend wearing comfortable shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring water.\nParking is available at the museum.
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/early-days-of-bend-walking-tour-8/
LOCATION:Deschutes Historical Museum\, 129 NW Idaho Ave.\, Bend\, OR
CATEGORIES:Early Days of Bend,Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260513T210000
DTSTAMP:20260123T233840Z
CREATED:20260121T163517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T233840Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Rick Atkinson 
DESCRIPTION:The Hatfield Lecture Series Presents Rick Atkinson:\nFate of the Day: The War for America\, 1777-1780 \n In partnership with the Oregon Historical Society’s Mark O. Hatfield Lecture Series and the official America 250 Oregon statewide commemoration\, Deschutes Historical Museum is proud to host a special event with Pulitzer Prize–winning author Rick Atkinson. Atkinson is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of eight narrative histories about five American wars\, including The Long Gray Line\, the Liberation Trilogy (An Army at Dawn\, The Day of Battle\, and The Guns at Last Light)\, and The British Are Coming\, the first volume of the Revolution Trilogy.   \nAtkinson worked as a reporter\, foreign correspondent\, and senior editor for two decades at The Washington Post. His last assignments were covering the 101st Airborne during the invasion of Iraq in 2003 and writing about roadside bombs in Iraq and Afghanistan in 2007. Born in Munich\, Germany\, Atkinson is the son of a U.S. Army officer and grew up on military posts. He holds a BA from East Carolina University and an MA in English literature from the University of Chicago. \nClick Here for Tickets:\nGeneral Admission $30\nDCHS/OHS Members $25 Must use member code for discount\nTicket plus Individual level DCHS Membership $45 
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/an-evening-with-rick-atkinson/
LOCATION:The Tower Theatre\, 835 NW Wall St\, Bend\, OR\, 97703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Deschutes County Historical Society":MAILTO:info@deschuteshistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T120000
DTSTAMP:20260402T015841Z
CREATED:20260402T015841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T015841Z
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SUMMARY:Reflections of History: An Architectural Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:REFLECTIONS OF HISTORY: An Architectural Walking Tour\nStroll through the Drake Park Neighborhood Historic District and go back in time when walking was the thing to do and neighborhoods were all about proximity to town. Participants will be introduced to the architectural styles represented in the neighborhood\, coupled with stories of changing times in a growing community.\nThe Deschutes Historical Museum provides walking tours of historical significance around Bend’s historic downtown district\, neighborhoods\, and sites Saturdays May through August. All tours leave the museum at 10:30 a.m. and are led by knowledgeable and trained museum volunteers. Tours are subject to change and cancellation\, operating rain or shine. For more information call 541-389-1813 or email info@deschuteshistory.org\nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED as space is limited.\nTours begin and end at the Deschutes Historical Museum.\nTime: 10:30 a.m.\, approximately 90 minutes\nLength: 1-mile walking through historic neighborhoods. The sidewalks are uneven at times.\n$15 General\nDHM members FREE\nWe recommend wearing comfortable shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring water.\nParking is available at the museum.
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/reflections-of-history-an-architectural-walking-tour-6/
LOCATION:Deschutes Historical Museum\, 129 NW Idaho Ave.\, Bend\, OR
CATEGORIES:Architect Tour,Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260401T204308Z
CREATED:20260401T201357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T204308Z
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SUMMARY:Early Days of Bend Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:EARLY DAYS OF BEND walking tour\n\nTravel back to when the river ran wild\, Ponderosa pines were plentiful and Bend the Beautiful was a town in the making. Learn about early Bend through the stories of six “Bendites” and how these residents helped transform a young hamlet into a booming town.\nThe Deschutes Historical Museum provides heritage walking tours of historical significance around Bend’s historic downtown district\, neighborhoods\, and sites Saturdays May through August. All tours leave the museum at 10:30 a.m. and are led by knowledgeable and trained museum volunteers. Tours are subject to change and cancellation\, operating rain or shine.  For more information call 541-389-1813 or email info@deschuteshistory.org\nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED as space is limited\nTours begin at the Deschutes Historical Museum and ends at Lone Crow Bungalow on Wall Street.\nTime: 10:30 a.m.\, approximately 90 minutes\nLength: Less than a mile traveling through old neighborhoods and parkways. The sidewalks can be uneven at times.\n$15 General\nDHM members FREE\nWe recommend wearing comfortable shoes\, dress for the weather\, and bring water.\nParking is available at the museum.\n 
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/early-days-of-bend-walking-tour-7/
LOCATION:Deschutes Historical Museum\, 129 NW Idaho Ave.\, Bend\, OR
CATEGORIES:Early Days of Bend,Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260428T200000
DTSTAMP:20260311T222334Z
CREATED:20260311T222334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T222334Z
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SUMMARY:April History Pub: About Oregon Gold; A history of mining from the Civil War into the Progressive Era
DESCRIPTION:Gold mining was an important aspect of Oregon’s history\, far greater than what is generally understood. Historian and author William Willingham presents extensive research from his book\, Oregon Gold\, and offers a comprehensive view of Oregon’s precious metal mining between 1862-1910. From the economic expansion of Portland to the role that Chinese miners played in eastern Oregon\, discover how Oregon’s gold rush fits into the larger story of the American West. \nWilliam F. Willingham\, PhD\, taught at the college level and served as historian for the Corps of Engineers. He specializes in the fields of water resources development\, architectural history\, historic preservation\, cultural resources management\, community history\, and early American and Pacific Northwest history. He is the author of six publications\, including his new book\, Oregon Gold: A History of Mining from the Civil War into the Progressive Era.   \nDoors open at 6:00 p.m.\, presentation begins at 7:00 p.m.\nClick Here for Tickets
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/april-history-pub-about-oregon-gold-a-history-of-mining-from-the-civil-war-into-the-progressive-era/
LOCATION:McMenamins Old St Francis School\, 700 NW Bond St\, Bend\, Oregon\, 97703
CATEGORIES:Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260412
DTSTAMP:20260401T210949Z
CREATED:20260401T210858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T210949Z
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SUMMARY:Read/Create: A Novel Idea Exhibit Opening
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Novel Idea: Read/Create exhibit features artwork inspired by the 2026 titles Super Sonic by Thomas Kohnstamm and the youth edition\, Hope in The Valley by Mitali Perkens. The exhibit opens Saturday\, April 11 through June 13\, 2026. \nSuper Sonic launches readers into a kaleidoscopic tale of the generations of interrelated families who breathed life into a small\, hilltop community near Seattle. The story cuts in time from the arrival of white settlers’ ships to the last indigenous landowner fighting to hold on to scraps of his ancestral home. It interweaves an opioid-addicted nineteenth-century conman-cum-civic booster\, a disgraced Navy seaman building an airplane that travels faster than sound\, a stay-at-home dad hustling to open the city’s first legal weed shop\, and a Japanese internment survivor. \nHope in The Valley follows twelve-year-old Indian-American Pandita Paul\, who doesn’t like change. She’s not ready to start middle school and leave the comforts of childhood behind. Most of all\, Pandita doesn’t want to feel like she’s leaving her mother\, who died a few years ago\, behind. Pandita is planning to spend most of her summer break reading in her favorite place\, the abandoned but majestic mansion across the street. When the town announces that the old home will be bulldozed in favor of new\, maybe affordable\, housing\, Pandita must find her voice and the strength to move on in order to give her community hope. \n“Passage of Place” by Cindy O’Neal \n“How We Cope with Change” by Gaye Lawson \nCentral Oregon’s own Mt Bachelor Quilt Guild members have been hard at work creating original artwork for the exhibit. Over 20 quilts will be on display\, representing personal interpretations of this year’s book selections. \nVisitors receive free admission by showing their library card for the duration of the exhibit. \nClick Here for more information about this year’s Novel Idea programming
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/read-create-a-novel-idea-exhibit-opening/
LOCATION:Oregon
CATEGORIES:Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260331T200000
DTSTAMP:20260303T224138Z
CREATED:20260303T224138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T224138Z
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SUMMARY:March History Pub: About the Changing Skyline- 100 Years of Landscape Change in Central Oregon
DESCRIPTION:During the summer of 1920\, Frederick William Cleator (1883-1957)\, a Forest Service recreational planner\, surveyed and signposted the Skyline Trail. This trail\, first laid out between Crater Lake and Mount Jefferson\, was a predecessor to the Pacific Crest Trail\, which\, decades later\, completed Cleator’s dream of a recreational trail running from Mexico to Canada. During his survey\, Cleator took more than two hundred photographs of peaks\, forest glens\, lake shorelines\, and scenic vistas. These photographs show the landscape of the time. \nIn the summer of 2020\, with the help of many friends and colleagues\, Jim O’Connor retraced Cleator’s steps\, re-photographing the landscape almost exactly a hundred years later\, to the hour. These centennial counterparts show-in ways otherwise hard to know or describe-the changing skyline\, forests\, and glaciers\, and the human influence on the Central Oregon Cascade Range. \nAbout Jim O’Connor\nJim O’Connor is a geologist in Portland\, Oregon. He is an expert in the processes and events that shape the Pacific Northwest’s remarkable and diverse scenery. Jim holds a degree in geological science from the University of Washington and a Masters and PhD from the University of Arizona. Jim has spent the last 30+ years hiking\, wading\, boating\, studying and writing about the rivers\, glaciers\, and landscapes of Oregon. \nDoors open at 6:00 p.m.\, Presentation begins at 7:00 p.m. \nClick Here to buy tickets
URL:https://www.deschuteshistory.org/event/march-history-pub-about-the-changing-skyline-100-years-of-landscape-change-in-central-oregon/
LOCATION:McMenamins Old St Francis School\, 700 NW Bond St\, Bend\, Oregon\, 97703
CATEGORIES:Events
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