Bend museum shares history through pet photos
Come have a smile and a giggle over the dogs, cats and other pets of yesteryear through the Des Chutes Historical Museum’s newest exhibit Pet Tales: Furry Friends in Photographs 1900 to 1960.
The exhibit runs through April 11.
From the beginning of photography, our beloved pets have been the subject of numerous photographs. Whether purposefully showing off our furry friends, or unknowingly having them stealthily sneak into the family shot, we’ve been taking photos of our dogs and cats as long as we’ve had the equipment.
Located on the first floor, Pet Tales highlights selected images of our collection of thousands. Take a peek into the “Poundmasters’ ledger from 1947. Spoiler alert – we weren’t always as loving to our pets.
Bring in a photo of your current furry Deschutes County resident to place on the community bulletin board at the exhibit. We’ll then put the photo in our collection to share for posterity.
The exhibit is sponsored by Bend Pet Express in partnership with the Humane Society of Central Oregon and Bend Spay and Neuter Project.
Here’s how visitors can receive one free admission:
Bend Spay and Neuter Project needs bleach, laundry detergent, paper towels, garbage bags, rubbing alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, towels, sheets and small blankets, general office supplies and canned cat food. Donate any of these items at BSNP, 910 SE Wilson Ave., Bend, and receive a pass to the Museum.
Humane Society of Central Oregon: adopt a pet between now and April 1 and receive a pass as part of your adoption package. Don’t forget to bring a picture of your new family member to add to the display. Address: 61170 SE 27 th St., Bend
Purchase wish list items at Bend Pet Express at 133 SW Century Dr. or 420 NE Windy Knolls Drive in Bend for donation to either the Humane Society or Bend Spay and Neuter Project and receive a pass to the Museum.
You can drop off the items at Bend Pet Express or at the museum.
DCHS is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults, $2 for youth 13-17 years-old, and children 12 years and younger are free with a paid adult admission.
