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Nationally Recognized Artist, Douwe Blumberg, To Host Event Discussing New Art Installation - 10/13/25

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Nationally Recognized Artist, Douwe Blumberg, to Host Event Discussing New Art Installation

Blumberg’s newest sculpture, Confluence, will be installed on October 15th in Happy Valley

Happy Valley, OR [October 13, 2025] – On Wednesday, October 15th nationally renowned artist Douwe Blumberg will be in Happy Valley overseeing the installation of his latest artwork, Confluence. The sculpture features three birds, finished with different metals, swooping together and climbing up into the sky.

“A confluence can be the coming together – a meeting or gathering of peoples, cultures and ethnicities,” said Blumberg. “A confluence can mean the flowing together of waters, streams or rivers. Confluence can also mean the merging or joining of paths and trails. It also brings to mind the seamless joining and counterplay of the flight paths of birds spiraling skyward as they ride the rising air currents of an afternoon thermal.”

The Kentucky based artist has had pieces commissioned across the country as well as internationally. His most famous piece, America’s Response Monument, was dedicated in 2012 and commemorates Special Forces operations in Afghanistan during the opening days of Operation Enduring Freedom. The piece now overlooks the National September 11 Memorial & Museum in New York City.

The October 15th event will feature a conversation with the artist near the Confluence installation site. Members of the Happy Valley Public Art Committee, who selected the piece from over 250 submissions, as well as members of Happy Valley City Council will also be in attendance. Members of the community are encouraged to attend to learn more about the artist, the sculpture, and the work of the Public Art Committee.

“The location for this artwork was the historic entry point to Happy Valley, the confluence of roads bringing people into our community,” said Tom Ellis, Mayor of Happy Valley. “We’re thrilled to feature Mr. Blumberg’s work here where our residents will be able to admire it for years to come.”

Event Details:

·       What: Discussion with the artist Douwe Blumberg, on his piece Confluence

·       When: Wednesday, October 15th at 4:00 pm

·       Where: Rebstock Park - 12915 SE King Road, Happy Valley, OR 97086

·       Interview Opportunities: Artist Douwe Blumberg, members of the Happy Valley Public Art Committee, Members of City Council

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Nationally Recognized Artist, Douwe Blumberg, To Host Event Discussing New Art Installation - 10/13/25

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Nationally Recognized Artist, Douwe Blumberg, to Host Event Discussing New Art Installation

Blumberg’s newest sculpture, Confluence, will be installed on October 15th in Happy Valley

Happy Valley, OR [October 13, 2025] – On Wednesday, October 15th nationally renowned artist Douwe Blumberg will be in Happy Valley overseeing the installation of his latest artwork, Confluence. The sculpture features three birds, finished with different metals, swooping together and climbing up into the sky.

“A confluence can be the coming together – a meeting or gathering of peoples, cultures and ethnicities,” said Blumberg. “A confluence can mean the flowing together of waters, streams or rivers. Confluence can also mean the merging or joining of paths and trails. It also brings to mind the seamless joining and counterplay of the flight paths of birds spiraling skyward as they ride the rising air currents of an afternoon thermal.”

The Kentucky based artist has had pieces commissioned across the country as well as internationally. His most famous piece, America’s Response Monument, was dedicated in 2012 and commemorates Special Forces operations in Afghanistan during the opening days of Operation Enduring Freedom. The piece now overlooks the National September 11 Memorial & Museum in New York City.

The October 15th event will feature a conversation with the artist near the Confluence installation site. Members of the Happy Valley Public Art Committee, who selected the piece from over 250 submissions, as well as members of Happy Valley City Council will also be in attendance. Members of the community are encouraged to attend to learn more about the artist, the sculpture, and the work of the Public Art Committee.

“The location for this artwork was the historic entry point to Happy Valley, the confluence of roads bringing people into our community,” said Tom Ellis, Mayor of Happy Valley. “We’re thrilled to feature Mr. Blumberg’s work here where our residents will be able to admire it for years to come.”

Event Details:

·       What: Discussion with the artist Douwe Blumberg, on his piece Confluence

·       When: Wednesday, October 15th at 4:00 pm

·       Where: Rebstock Park - 12915 SE King Road, Happy Valley, OR 97086

·       Interview Opportunities: Artist Douwe Blumberg, members of the Happy Valley Public Art Committee, Members of City Council

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