One Month Since Refugia 2025

A sincere thank you to all who attended and news on what to look forward to!

Help shape the future of Refugia!

Bill Rapai/Kirtland’s Warbler Alliance Workshop - Image courtesy of Alexis Lamb

If you haven’t done so already, please fill out our feedback form to let us know what you loved and what you’d like to see in the future. Additionally, we welcome recommendations for artists, educators, organizations, and anyone else who would be a good fit to program for future seasons!

Highlights from Refugia 2025

FLYDLPHN Mainstage Performance - Image courtesy of Brian McFarlane

Bioprism Field Resonances Performance - Image courtesy of Brian McFarlane

White Flowers Mainstage Performance - Image courtesy of Brian McFarlane

Amphitheater Soundscape Meter - Image courtesy of Alexis Lamb

Seeds to Community Native Fall Seeds Foraging - Image courtesy of Cheryl Joseffy

David Clipner Sound Mapping Workshop - Image courtesy of Cheryl Joseffy

Regenerate! Orchestra Mainstage Performance - Image courtesy of Cheryl Joseffy

Wood Cookie Painting - Image courtesy of Christa Riter

Until next year!

Refugia poster around the tree at Dow Field - Image courtesy of Naomi Wolfe

Stay updated about our performers and educators, local conservation efforts, and news about Refugia 2026!

We envision a world where natural ecosystems thrive due to protection from and management of sound pollution.

Refugia Festival emphasizes the relationships between the Arts and our Living Earth to inspire change:

  • We work with artists, educators, and local collaborators to curate immersive, place-based events suitable for all ages.

  • We highlight local environmental organizations who are already working in the community in order to expand their outreach.

  • ​We create experiences that lead to a lasting environmental and social impact.

Please visit www.refugiafestival.com for more information and to keep up with the latest updates.

Questions? Want to connect? Write to our Founder, Alexis Lamb!