Starry, Starry Night
As we noted earlier our Starry, Starry Night installation was inspired by a painting by Vincent Van Gogh. The blue color of the stars was picked specifically to provide a counterpoint to bright orange light of the fires. This installation turns Memorial Park into an incredibly magical place.
Luminaria Candles
Each candle lit in Memorial Park represents a dedication made by a visitor. Dedications range from memories of lost love-ones to romantic gestures and the ubiquitous "FREE BUDDY" comments.
Luminaria candles frequently play a role in events created in our Celebrate Program.
Wish Upon A Star
Photograph by John Nickerson.
Wishing on stars is a tradition in many cultures, although the origin of this act is shrouded in mystery.
At the Starry, Starry Night installation visitors can write a wish on a piece of white ribbon and hang it on a star. WaterFire tradition states that all wishes made at WaterFire will come true as long as you keep our commitment to creating a better world through art and community building in your heart when you return home.
Elements of Nature
WaterFire is deeply connected to the natural world. In the twenty-first century, concern for the environment is ever-present and WaterFire is committed to the cause.
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Stars!
Each star in the installation is assembled by hand by our dedicated team of staff, interns, and volunteers. Each full lightings requires upwards of 150 stars. Additional stars a made as seller-star packages and can be purchased at the event.
