ART IN THE PARK

WHERE NATURE AND CREATIVITY COME TO LIFE

Emberlight’s 2025 anniversary season begins on June 28 with the highly anticipated return of Art in the Park, a celebration of creativity, nature, and community. This year’s collection of original outdoor artworks, created by artists from across the Upper Midwest, explores the theme “Cadences of Connection” as it examines the rhythms that unite us — from the pulse of human relationships to the harmony of art and the natural world.

Bring the family for a walk, or grab a coffee with friends and stroll through the park. Nestled along the 1.2 mile Aurora Loop in the Miners Memorial Heritage Park, these large-scale installations blend seamlessly with the beauty of the Northwoods, offering a unique and immersive experience for all visitors. Art in the Park embodies Emberlight’s mission to make world-class art accessible to everyone, inviting you to explore, reflect, and engage with these thought-provoking creations.

And don’t forget — you get to vote! Cast your ballot online for your favorite piece, and the winning artist will receive a $1,000 prize!

ACCESSIBILITY

We are excited to offer complimentary golf cart rides again this summer!  The tour schedule will be announced in June, with an online sign up system.  The golf cart will also be available to bring patrons to Performance Infusions on Saturday afternoons.

AWARD ANNOUNCEMENT

We are changing our award announcements this summer.  The Grand Prize and Emberlight Choice Prize will be announced on Wednesday, July 16 at the Historic Depot Museum during the opening reception for Emberlight Photographers.  The Audience Prize will be announced on Saturday, August 23 during the final concert in the Hurley Auditorium.