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...
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,...
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...
by Tracy Alexander | Feb 11, 2026
About The Changing Skyline—100 Years of Landscape Change in Central Oregon 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...
by Julie Lowy | Feb 6, 2026
How a 1920s Crisis Shaped a Public Water System Bend’s water system didn’t become a cornerstone of the City by accident. It became one through a deliberate shift from private ownership to public stewardship 100 years ago. Over decades since, the community built a dual...
