The Bend US Federal Post Office

by Tracy Alexander | Apr 29, 2026

By Vanessa Ivey Before Bend had The Bulletin, or was laid out between Bond and Wall Streets, the tiny community had a post office, established in 1886. The story goes that John Sisemore applied for a post office under the name of “Farewell Bend.” That name...

Come Along on the Oregon Trail

by Editor | Apr 3, 2026

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. Join Lynda Paznokas as she...

April History Pub: About Oregon Gold; A history of mining from the Civil War into the Progressive Era

by Tracy Alexander | Mar 11, 2026

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...

March History Pub: About the Changing Skyline- 100 Years of Landscape Change in Central Oregon

by Tracy Alexander | Mar 3, 2026

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,...

5th Annual Antique Fair

by Tracy Alexander | Mar 3, 2026

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. Admission is free for the fair and the Deschutes Historical Museum. Interested in...