Bowman Museum
We exist to inspire, entertain, educate and involve our local community, as well as visitors from all over the world, in the stewardship of our unique history.
We serve Crook County residents and Central Oregon visitors by offering new exhibits every year. We also feature exciting speakers, area tours, historical and genealogical research assistance, annual celebrations, regular visitation hours, newspaper articles and quarterly publications.
A Diversified Museum for a Unique Community
Launched in 1971 through the generosity of the Bowman family and newly expanded through the contributions of hundreds of community members and supporters in 2012, A.R. Bowman Museum serves more than 10,000 students, scholars and visitors each year.
Telling our community's story since 1971
Since the creation of the Bowman Museum in 1971, generations of Central Oregonians have contributed time, money and family heirlooms to help tell the history of their county. With our region changing faster than ever, it became imperative to expand Bowman Museum.
The Bowman Museum is now better able to bring Central Oregon's history to life for thousands of students, community members and tourists. School children visit for hands-on and eye-opening learning. Scholars and researchers scour our historical and genealogical library.
Community members participate in lectures and scramble high desert trails on our field trips. Visitors buy our books and view exhibits ... deepening their understanding of our region's resources, economy and people.
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