High Desert Museum

High Desert Museum

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Explore the art, cultures, history & natural world of the High Desert! Experience Wonder

05/27/2026

Happy World Otter Day!

Don’t let the cute face fool you. River otters are apex hunters of North American waterways. Healthy rivers rely on them, and in Oregon, they’re managed by the Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Learn more about these fascinating creatures at the Otter Encounter everyday at 12:30 pm.

05/23/2026

Happy World Turtle Day.
And World Tortoise Day (They’re the same day).

05/23/2026

We’ve tried to explain it. We can’t. Come see the raptors.

Raptors of the Desert Sky is back starting tomorrow, May 23. Daily at 11:30 am through Labor Day, weather permitting.

🎫 Ticket details:
Available at Admissions day of only | $8 (and they go fast!)
Tickets are often sold out before 10 am
Members get 20% off | 2 and younger free

05/19/2026

This summer’s daily schedule starts Saturday, May 23 and goes way beyond these halls. 

Raptors of the Desert Sky
Wolves in the West
Horses on the Range
Desert Dwellers
High Desert Fish Tales 

Plus, there’s always something going on at the High Desert Ranch and the High Desert Ranger Station. Come see us this summer!

Note: Raptors of the Desert Sky requires tickets purchased from Admissions by 11:00 am ($8, members receive 20% discount). The trail to the flight area may be difficult for strollers and wheelchairs. Weather permitting.

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Telephone

Address


59800 S Highway 97
Bend, OR
97702

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm