
OUR TEAM
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Our Start
Since 2015, Ruckus (formerly the Children's Museum of Central Oregon) has brought hands-on STEAM learning to families through pop-up events, programs and partnerships across Crook, Deschutes and Jefferson counties.
Our Mobile Museum’s outreach, partnerships and growth has proven there’s a regional demand for STEAM-based educational opportunities that spark curiosity and creativity among young minds.
Coming to life in 2027, we will open our first physical location in Bend's Central District. We're not just opening a museum, we're creating a place where curiosity, creativity, and connection thrive. Built from community input and STEAM expertise, Ruckus is designed to inspire children with dynamic exhibits, enriching programs, and a space that inspires wild ideas and connections.

Our Staff


Erica Segal
Museum Director
Patrick Longmire
Program Lead
Board of Directors

John Winters
Chair

Adam Steele
Vice Chair
APEX Space and Defense

Brenna Fulks-O'Sullivan
Secretary
Pacific Power

Kristin Ketber
Treasurer

Natalie Wieder
Board Member
Thrive Market

Jessica Gartner
Board Member

Jessie Fertig
Board Member
Christie's

Kathy Devlin
Board Member
Retired Educator

Robert Lambeth
Board Member
Cascade School of Music

Steve Geist
Board Member
Nidus Biomedical
Annual Reports

Our Advisory Board
Adam Bledsoe
Adam Smith
Bruce Abernethy
Compass Commercial
Schwabe
Community Leader
Chris Piper
Local Business Leader
Genevieve Beary
Central Oregon Daily
Jessica Nicewonger
Karen Robertson
Kenady Wilson
EDCO
Past President St. Andrews
Attralus, Inc
Kurt Alexander
Lisa Hale
Lisa Herzig
Suzanne Coffman
Petrich Properties
BCD Business Association
Grace Biolabs
PEDAL Clinic, St. Charles
Bend La Pine Schools
Wild Indigo Project

Museum Development Committee

Ryan Olufson
Co-Chair

Karen Robertson
