History Pub: The Klamath Termination Act of 1954: To Help Native Americans or Take What They Have?

by Tracy Alexander | Sep 25, 2025

Presented by Perry Chocktoot In 1954, the Klamath Termination Act of 1954 revoked the federal recognition of the Klamath Tribes which resulted in the sale of their tribal lands. Join Klamath tribal member Perry Chocktoot for a presentation on the history of this...

History Pub: The Lands Everyone Wanted with Jeff Kitchens

by Tracy Alexander | Aug 6, 2025

For over 200 years the U.S. has been trying to figure out what to do with its “public” lands. From surveys to sales, grazing to natural gas development, national seashores to national parks, the U.S. has had a very complicated history of land use. Our public lands are...

Fourth Annual Antique Fair

by Tracy Alexander | Apr 10, 2025

Specially curated by the Deschutes Historical Museum, the Antique Fair features a wide variety of antiques and selected collectibles, as well as music and food. Admission is free for the fair and the Deschutes Historical Museum. Interested in being a vendor? Apply...

2025 Oregon Archaeology Road Show

by Editor | Mar 6, 2025

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,...

History Pub: Diamonds in The Desert

by Editor | Mar 6, 2025

At the turn of the 20th century, baseball clubs were organized across Central Oregon, including the city of Bend. Baseball in Bend has continued for over ten decades from town teams to farm teams, semi-professionals to collegiate up-and-comers. Take a step back in...