ABOUT THE HIGH DESERT MUSEUM
The High Desert Museum, located in Bend, Oregon, opened in 1982 with the mission to wildly excite and responsibly teach through innovative, interdisciplinary experiences, creating connection to and dialogue about the High Desert. Our exhibits explore the Intermountain West through wildlife, art, cultures and living history. Today, we strive to be the preeminent resource for exploring the historic and contemporary relationship between people and the High Desert landscape. The High Desert Museum is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization funded by visitors, members, donors, sponsors and foundations.
The High Desert Museum is committed to being a leader in diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion for both our community and the museum field. We are a place for individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities and cultures through accessible and inclusive practices at all levels of the Museum.
Curiosity The High Desert Museum evokes wonder to create and inspire lifelong learners.
Relevance The High Desert Museum leads by addressing community challenges, encouraging dialogue and building meaningful partnerships.
Inclusion The High Desert Museum welcomes everyone and strives to provide accessibility for all.
Stewardship The High Desert Museum thoughtfully cares for all that is entrusted to us, being mindful of our responsibility to the past, present and future.
Cultural Humility The High Desert Museum respects diverse cultures and perspectives and continually challenges our biases.
Integrity The High Desert Museum is ethical in all that we do.
Art in the West is a living exhibition, honoring the diverse history of our iconic region and embracing new visions of our shared future. With this, the High Desert Museum will prioritize the selection of artwork that promotes originality, authenticity, and honors our values and the values of our community partners.
