Hear the dramatic tale of Bend's Crane Shed, nicknamed "Big Red," as well as other stories of historic buildings saved and lost to Bend's past. What do historic buildings mean to a community, and how can these structures find new roles to remain a vital part of local culture? What factors do successful preservation stories […]
Join the Latino Community Association, the Deschutes County Historical Society, and the Deschutes Public Library on August 4th at the Redmond Library to celebrate Bracero Program Day and learn how the Bracero Program contributed to the agricultural success of Redmond and Central Oregon. This day honors the contributions to our farming community of the Bracero […]
Nestled on the lush lawn of the Deschutes Historical Museum in vibrant downtown Bend, Oregon, this enchanting festival goes beyond the barrel to bring you an unforgettable celebration of craft beverages and whimsical fun. This year, The Little Woody Festival is going deeper into the woods – celebrating not just barrel-aged perfection but all things […]
9/4/25: CANCELLED BY EVENT ORGANIZERS DUE TO POTENTIAL AIR QUALITY ISSUES The Oregon Festival of Cars has been recognized by many as their favorite car event of the year. The first 50 or so cars will be parked on the grass. Parking will be from 8:30 – 9:30 am. The rest of the group will […]