Deschutes Historical Museum
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This is a gem of a museum. The building is a former schoolhouse and there were 5-6 exhibits inside. As a newcomer to the area, it gave me insight into the start of Bend. I was surprised to see that Klondike Kate lived here as she is a staple of the winter festivities in Minnesota, where I’m from. The highway 97 development and the first car in Bend also were very informative.
Brenda PeickBrenda Peick
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Small and accessible, full of interesting local history. It easily brought additional depth of understanding to me of the Bend area and helped paint a picture of the growth and change through the years. The mountain biking exhibit was a fun addition that brought back a ton of my own memories of the earlier versions of the sport.
Lori McAfeeLori McAfee
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I happened to arrive during a chili dinner fund-raiser. Didn't know about it, but they ended up waving me into the museum for free! Lots of interesting displays housed in a former school building. Well worth the visit (they also have their own parking lot which is nice with the crowded downtown parking situation.)
Michael MillerMichael Miller
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Great little museum in the old school house. Appreciated the free admission for kids 17 and under. Museum has own parking. Close to Wall St shops. Enjoyed the mountain biking exhibit, old school room, and central Oregon film history.
Nathan N/ANathan N/A
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A quaint museum that packs a lot of Bend history into one building. As a mountain biker, I appreciated the robust mountain biking history on display on the first floor. Definitely worth a visit!
Tae E. KimTae E. Kim
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Hayden Homes Amphitheater
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Basic Info
Address
129 NW Idaho Ave, Bend, OR 97703
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Phone
(541) 389-1813
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Website
deschuteshistory.org
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4.6
(113 reviews)
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cultural
family friendly
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Description
The Deschutes Historical Museum is a museum of local history that is located in the historic Reid School in Bend, Oregon.
attractions: Drake Park, Hayden Homes Amphitheater, SpringHill Suites Bend, Bend Whitewater Park, Tower Theatre, Vector Volcano Classic Arcade, Columbia Park, Saxon's Fine Jewelers, The Pavilion, Harmon Park, restaurants: Wild Rose Northern Thai Eats, Deschutes Brewery Bend Public House, Jackson's Corner - Old Bend, McMenamins Pub at Old St. Francis School, Monkless Belgian Ales Brasserie, Pine Tavern Restaurant, Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails, The Lot, Crux Fermentation Project, Immersion Brewing
