Digital Bloom

Digital Bloom is a free, all‑ages community festival celebrating human creativity, nature, and sensory exploration. For one day, downtown Houghton transforms into a trail of interactive installations, digital projections, natural‑materials sculptures, tactile artworks, and hands‑on creative experiences.The festival brings together local artists, makers, musicians, and wellness practitioners to create an immersive, art‑forward experience rooted in the landscape of the Keweenaw. All artwork and installations are created by humans. No AI‑generated art is used anywhere in the event.Spend the day exploring installations, joining a guided movement session, participating in community art projects, and wandering the Artist Alley. Digital Bloom is designed to spark curiosity, connection, and a sense of wonder.What to Expect-Interactive digital and nature‑inspired art installations-Artist Alley featuring local makers and creatives-Hands‑on workshops, movement classes, and sensory experiences-Family‑friendly activities-Indoor and outdoor installations across downtownCalling Artists + CreativesWe’re still welcoming artists, makers, musicians, and creative practitioners who want to be part of Digital Bloom. Whether you’re interested in creating an installation or joining Artist Alley, we’d love to hear from you.Want to contribute to an artist's installation? One of our featured exhibits is sourcing local video clips of the Keweenaw. Contribute yours here:tinyurl.com/DigiBloomDropContact Danielle at Danielle@cityofhoughton.com for more information, or fill out the application here: https://tinyurl.com/DigitalBloomFormThank you to our sponsors:UPPCO, Incredible Bank, Fresh Coast Yoga, Copper Shores, Panic, Inc., Moonspun Wool, Good Times Music, Sherwin Williams, McGann Building Supply, Ghost House Farm, The Listening Field, Michigan Tech, BLICK art materials, 97.7 The Wolf, Keweenaw co+op, and Golden Paints