2025 Oregon Archaeology Road Show
2025-06-07 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Deschutes Historical Museum, 129 NW Idaho Ave., Bend, OR
Celebrate the Archaeology & Heritage of Oregon and Beyond
The 13th annual Archaeology Roadshow focuses on The Archaeology of Art & Craft 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.

Reflections of History: An Architectural walking tour
2025-06-14 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-06-28 10:00 - 12:00
Reflections of History: An Architectural Walking Tour
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. Participants will be introduced to the architectural styles represented in the neighborhood, hearing stories of a changing community.
Tour begins and ends at the Deschutes Historical Museum.
May 10 & 24, June 14 & 28, July 12 & 26, August 16 & 30
Time: 10:30 a.m., approximately 90 minutes
Length: One (1) mile through historic neighborhood. The sidewalks can be uneven.
Space is limited, RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED
Tours are subject to change and cancellation.
We recommend the following: Comfortable walking shoes, dress for the weather, bring water.
Tours are led by knowledgeable museum volunteers.

The Early Days of Bend walking tour- FULL
2025-06-21 10:30 - 12:00
The Early Days of Bend walking tour- FULL
Travel 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.
Tour begins at the Deschutes Historical Museum and ends at Lone Crow Bungalow on Wall St
May3, 17, & 31, June 21, July 5 & 19, August 2 & 23
Time: 10:30 a.m., approximately 90 minutes
Length: Less than a mile traveling through old neighborhoods and parkways. The sidewalks can be uneven.
Space is limited, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
We recommend the following: comfortable walking shoes, dress for the weather, bring water.
Tours are led by knowledgeable museum volunteers
Tours are subject to change and cancellation.
