Helios Art Installation at Ickworth (8th-11th May)
Join us at Ickworth as we display Helios, a new artwork of the sun by Luke Jerram. This seven-metre sculpture combines solar imagery, light and sound to highlight the sun's intricate details.
Ickworth was built as a home of great art and it was the Earl Bishop's vision to bring contemporary art to the estate for all to see. Join us as we continue his legacy.
Named after the ancient Greek god of the sun, Helios offers a detailed view of the star, including rare features like sunspots. The sculpture is scaled so that each centimetre represents 2,000 kilometres of the real sun's surface.
Along with its glowing light, Helios includes a soundscape featuring NASA recordings of the sun, by Duncan Speakman and Sarah Anderson. Together, the light and sound create a unique and immersive experience, inviting us to explore the sun's hidden beauty and power up close.
Helios has been co-commissioned by National Trust, Cork Midsummer Festival, Liverpool Cathedral, Old Royal Naval College and University College London.
Please note:
- Standard admissions charges apply to non-members on arrival.
- The installation will be displayed outside, in front of the Rotunda. There will be a short, one-way route to see the installation. Please follow all directions or signage.
- The installation is outside so prepare for all weathers.
- The route is a short walk across gravel so some manual wheelchairs may find this challenging. There is very little incline to manage. We have four mobility scooters which can be pre-booked before the day.
- Children are welcome. Under 5s go free and do not need a booking.
- To ensure the safety of the artwork and the public, if wind speeds are forecast to exceed 23mph, the artwork will be temporarily taken down and will not be accessible to visitors. If we know that wind speeds are going to be high, we will do our best to inform you the day before your visit, however, we recommend that you check our website for the latest information before travelling.
- Your time slot is entry to the estate, please arrive within your half an hour time slot.
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Join us at Ickworth as we display Helios, a new artwork of the sun by Luke Jerram. This seven-metre sculpture combines solar imagery, light and sound to highlight the sun's intricate details.
Ickworth was built as a home of great art and it was the Earl Bishop's vision to bring contemporary art to the estate for all to see. Join us as we continue his legacy.
Named after the ancient Greek god of the sun, Helios offers a detailed view of the star, including rare features like sunspots. The sculpture is scaled so that each centimetre represents 2,000 kilometres of the real sun's surface.
Along with its glowing light, Helios includes a soundscape featuring NASA recordings of the sun, by Duncan Speakman and Sarah Anderson. Together, the light and sound create a unique and immersive experience, inviting us to explore the sun's hidden beauty and power up close.
Helios has been co-commissioned by National Trust, Cork Midsummer Festival, Liverpool Cathedral, Old Royal Naval College and University College London.
Please note:
- Standard admissions charges apply to non-members on arrival.
- The installation will be displayed outside, in front of the Rotunda. There will be a short, one-way route to see the installation. Please follow all directions or signage.
- The installation is outside so prepare for all weathers.
- The route is a short walk across gravel so some manual wheelchairs may find this challenging. There is very little incline to manage. We have four mobility scooters which can be pre-booked before the day.
- Children are welcome. Under 5s go free and do not need a booking.
- To ensure the safety of the artwork and the public, if wind speeds are forecast to exceed 23mph, the artwork will be temporarily taken down and will not be accessible to visitors. If we know that wind speeds are going to be high, we will do our best to inform you the day before your visit, however, we recommend that you check our website for the latest information before travelling.
- Your time slot is entry to the estate, please arrive within your half an hour time slot.
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