Deschutes Historical Museum and Society

Shakespeare on The Lawn: The Merry Wives of Windsor
2024-07-19 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Deschutes Historical Museum, 129 NW Idaho Ave., Bend, OR
Guerrilla Shakespeare mounts their 8th production and are glad to get back to the comedies! This year, the team tackles the classic comedy The Merry Wives of Windsor featuring Cody vanBelle as Sir John Falstaff and a cast of talented local artists.

Drunkard Sir John Falstaff conspires to seduce two married women: Mrs. Page and Mrs. Ford. But they’re no bimbos! The wives play along with the hedonist and Falstaff plays right into their trap until hilarity ensues,

Don’t miss this eclectic rendition!

Purchase your tickets online at 3Common.com

Shakespeare on The Lawn: The Merry Wives of Windsor
2024-07-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Deschutes Historical Museum, 129 NW Idaho Ave., Bend, OR
Guerrilla Shakespeare mounts their 8th production and are glad to get back to the comedies! This year, the team tackles the classic comedy The Merry Wives of Windsor featuring Cody vanBelle as Sir John Falstaff and a cast of talented local artists.
Drunkard Sir John Falstaff conspires to seduce two married women: Mrs. Page and Mrs. Ford. But they’re no bimbos! The wives play along with the hedonist and Falstaff plays right into their trap until hilarity ensues. Don’t miss this eclectic rendition!
Purchase your tickets online at 3Common.com

The Early Days of Bend Walking Tour
2024-07-13 10:30 - 12:00, 2024-06-29 10:30 - 12:00 | Deschutes Historical Museum, 129 NW Idaho Ave., Bend, OR
Travel back to when the river ran wild, Ponderosa pines were plentiful, and Bend-the-Beautiful was a town in the making. The Early Days of Bend walking tour shares the beginnings of a new community through the stories of six “Bendites,” and how these residents helped transform a young hamlet into a thriving town.
All tours leave the museum at 10:30 a.m. and are led by our knowledgeable and trained museum volunteers. Tours are subject to change and cancellation.
For more information contact the Deschutes Historical Museum; 541-389-1813 or email info@deschuteshistory.org
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED as space is limited
The tour begins at the Deschutes Historical Museum and ends at Lone Crow Bungalow on Wall Street.
1-Mile walking distance
90 minutes
$15 General Public,
Deschutes Historical Museum members are free.

Reflections of History: An Architectural Tour
2024-07-06 10:30 - 12:00, 2024-06-22 10:30 - 12:00, 2024-06-08 10:30 - 12:00 | Deschutes Historical Museum, 129 NW Idaho Ave., Bend, OR
Stroll through the Drake Park Neighborhood Historic District and take a step back in time, when walking was the thing to do, and neighborhoods were all about proximity. You’ll be introduced to architectural styles represented in the neighborhood and learn how a community reflected a changing nation.
All tours leave the museum at 10:30 a.m. and are led by our knowledgeable and trained museum volunteers. Tours are subject to change and cancellation.
RESERVATION IS REQIRED as space is limited.
Tours begin and end at the Deschutes Historical Museum
1-mile walking distance
90 minutes
$15 general admission
For more information contact the museum, 541-389-1813 or email info@deschuteshistory.org

Fourth of July Open House
2024-07-04 10:00 - 16:00 | Deschutes Historical Museum, 129 NW Idaho Ave., Bend, OR
Join the Deschutes County Historical Society in celebrating the 44th birthday of the Deschutes Historical Museum. Admission is free from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Spend the day with us and play family-friendly games, eat ice cream, and get some hands-on history.

FREE DAY Juneteenth
2024-06-19 10:00 - 16:30 | Deschutes Historical Museum, 129 NW Idaho Ave., Bend, OR
Historic Reid School
The Deschutes County Historical Society is celebrating Juneteenth, Wednesday June 19, with a FREE DAY at the Deschutes Historical Museum. Wander the halls of the Reid School building, exploring the not-so-distant past of Deschutes County and the stories highlighting the communities of the High Desert we call home.

Doors open at 10:00 am.
Admission is Free
For more information call 541-389-1813 or email info@deschuteshistory.org

Early Days of Bend Walking Tour
2024-06-15 10:30 - 12:00 | Deschutes Historical Museum, 129 NW Idaho Ave., Bend, OR
The Early Days of Bend Walking Tour
Travel back to when the river ran wild, Ponderosa pines were plentiful and Bend the Beautiful was a town in the making. Discover early Bend through the stories of six “Bendites” and how these residents helped transform a young hamlet into a booming community.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED as space is limited.
Led by knowledgeable and trained museum volunteer.
The tour begins at the Deschutes Historical Museum and ends at Lone Crow Bungalow on Wall St.
1-mile walking distance
90 minutes
$15 General Public
Deschutes Members are free.
For more information contact the Deschutes Historical Museum 541-389-1813.

Oregon Archaeology Road Show
2024-06-01 11:00 - 15:00 | Deschutes Historical Museum, 129 NW Idaho Ave., Bend, OR
The 12th annual Archaeology Roadshow, held at the Deschutes Historical Museum in Bend, focuses on The Archaeology of Food and features dozens of exhibits and activities hosted by archaeologists and heritage specialists, representing universities, tribes, federal and state agencies, companies, and nonprofit organizations.
The 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.
This 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, and includes museum admission.
For more information, visit online: https://archaeologyroadshow.org/

Early Days of Bend Walking Tour
2024-06-01 10:30 - 12:00 | Deschutes Historical Museum, 129 NW Idaho Ave., Bend, OR
The Early Days of Bend Walking Tour
Travel back to when the river ran wild, Ponderosa pines were plentiful and Bend the Beautiful was a town in the making. Discover early Bend through the stories of six “Bendites” and how these residents helped transform a young hamlet into a booming community.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED as space is limited.
The tour begins at the Deschutes Historical Museum and ends at Lone Crow Bungalow on Wall St.
1-mile walking distance
90 minutes
$15 General Public
Deschutes Members are free.
Led by knowledgeable and trained museum volunteer.
For more information contact the Deschutes Historical Museum 541-389-1813.

Historic Preservation Month: Turning 50: Bend Parks and Recreation District
2024-05-28 12:00 - 2024-05-30 13:00 | Larkspur Community Center, 1600 SE Reed Market Rd., Bend, OR
Turning 50: History, photos and stories from your park and recreation district
Bend Park and Recreation District is celebrating its golden anniversary as a special taxing district. Approved by voters in 1974, BPRD became an independent agency, charged with oversight for parks, trails and recreation services. Learn more about what’s changed, what’s the same and more from district staff and Deschutes County Historical Museum’s Kelly Cannon-Miller.

Reflections of History: An Architectural Tour
2024-05-25 10:30 - 12:00 | Oregon

Historic Preservation Month: High Desert Horror and the Lava Lake Murders
2024-05-19 15:00 - 17:00 | Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette, Bend, OR
Clark Week Productions presents
High Desert Horror and the Lava Lake Murders
By Clinton Clark
Directed by Raechel Gilland
In April 1924, the discovery of the gruesome murders of three trappers shocked Deschutes County and prompting a man hunt throughout the Pacific Northwest. One hundred years later, one mystery remains unsolved–the identity of the second murderer. Based on theories explored by Melany Tupper’s book, The Trapper Murders, Clark Week Productions explores history from the stage and asks if we really do know his identity.
Tickets for Sunday’s matinee can be purchased here.

Historic Preservation Month: St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church Window Restoration
2024-05-19 14:00 - 15:00 | St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 599 NW Lava Road, Bend, OR
Join us at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church on Sunday, May 19 from 2 to 3 pm to learn about the preservation and restoration of the Church’s historic stained glass windows. This event is free and open to the public.

Historic Preservation Month: High Desert Horror and the Lava Lake Murders
2024-05-18 19:30 | Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette, Bend, OR
Clark Week Productions presents
High Desert Horror and the Lava Lake Murders
By Clinton Clark
Directed by Raechel Gilland
In April 1924, the discovery of the gruesome murders of three trappers shocked Deschutes County and prompting a man hunt throughout the Pacific Northwest. One hundred years later, one mystery remains unsolved–the identity of the second murderer. Based on theories explored by Melany Tupper’s book, The Trapper Murders, Clark Week Productions explores history from the stage and asks if we really do know his identity.
Tickets for Saturday can be purchased here.

Early Days of Bend Walking Tour
2024-05-18 10:30 | Oregon
Join the Deschutes Historical Museum on a stroll around Bend’s historic downtown district! Travel back to a time when the river ran wild, ponderosa pines were plentiful and Bend the Beautiful was a town in infancy. Hear about early Bend through the stories of six Bendites and how these residents transformed a fledgling community into a booming town.
$15.00 per person, reserve your spot by calling 541-389-1813 or email us at info@deschuteshistory.org

All tours leave the museum at 10:30 am. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to check in.
Led by trained museum volunteers
90 minutes and one mile in length

Historic Preservation Month: High Desert Horror and the Lava Lake Murders
2024-05-17 19:30 | Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette, Bend, OR
Clark Week Productions presents
High Desert Horror and the Lava Lake Murders
By Clinton Clark
Directed by Raechel Gilland
In April 1924, the discovery of the gruesome murders of three trappers shocked Deschutes County and prompting a man hunt throughout the Pacific Northwest. One hundred years later, one mystery remains unsolved–the identity of the second murderer. Based on theories explored by Melany Tupper’s book, The Trapper Murders, Clark Week Productions explores history from the stage and asks if we really do know his identity.
Tickets for Friday evening can be purchased here.
