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Lotus Story: LuAnne & Bill Holladay

Lotus Story: LuAnne & Bill Holladay

"We give because Bloomington wouldn't be Bloomington without Lotus...and Lotus wouldn't be Lotus without Bloomington." Lotus is so grateful for the support shown by the many in Bloomington and beyond! Whether it's through volunteerism, generous gifts, the lending of...

Lotus Story: Alison LaRosa

Lotus Story: Alison LaRosa

"...the kids were so inspired that they got up, started dancing, grabbed my hand, and pulled me into the fray." Lotus is sustained by the countless and tireless efforts of our donors and volunteers. We are grateful for their dedication, which provides for needs like...

Suggested Local Nonprofits 2021

Suggested Local Nonprofits 2021

Join Lotus and our Lantern & Luminaria Project in shining a light on local organizations addressing housing and food security in our community. You can demonstrate your support by purchasing a Lotus lantern from the project or donating directly to these...

About the Lotus Lantern & Luminaria Project

About the Lotus Lantern & Luminaria Project

The Lotus Lantern and Luminaria Project is an initiative to bring the glow of lanterns to our Bloomington community, as the days shorten and the nights get longer. To celebrate lantern traditions from around the world, Lotus is working with a few lantern artists to...

Lotus Lantern Walk 2021

Lotus Lantern Walk 2021

November 19, 2021 | 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. The Second Annual Lotus Lantern Walk will involve walking with lighted lanterns and singing songs that celebrate the light in the darkness. Meet at the Lotus Firebay, 105 S Rogers St, as early as 5:45 p.m., to begin the walk at...

2021 Lotus Festival Fabulous Fest Fan Winners

2021 Lotus Festival Fabulous Fest Fan Winners

Thank you Fabulous Fest Fan winners for sharing your Festival photos and memories! We love seeing these special moments! Jill Courtney and Family: Here’s a family photo! Two local music teachers and their kids enjoying a gorgeous Lotus family day at Switchyard Park!...

Meet our New Graduate Assistants

Meet our New Graduate Assistants

We are delighted to introduce you to Sarah Thomas and Victor Roa, our new Graduate Assistants! Sarah J. Thomas joins Lotus as a passionate MPA-MAAA student with experience in arts-based community development, cultural research, and nonprofit development. Sarah enjoys...

Lotus Festival Ticket Sales Matched up to $100,000

Lotus Festival Ticket Sales Matched up to $100,000

The Lotus Education & Arts Foundation is delighted to announce that this year's ticket sales to the annual Lotus World Music & Arts Festival will be matched, dollar for dollar and up to $100,000, by a generous donor. The donor comes from the local Bloomington...