Imagine gazing directly at the breathtaking beauty of the moon, so close you feel as though you could almost reach out and touch it. Well, perhaps not quite that close, but you’d be sharing the same room, the very same space, as the very ‘moon’. Incredible, isn’t it?
If this sounds like a dream, then you simply must hear about the Museum of the Moon (if you haven’t yet, that is). It’s a stunning touring artwork brought to life by the brilliant UK artist Luke Jerram. While it’s technically a sculpture, it possesses a majestic quality that truly rivals the real thing itself.
This magnificent moon sculpture is a whopping seven metres in diameter, and it features incredibly detailed 120dpi NASA imagery of the lunar surface. To put that into perspective, it’s scaled at approximately 1:500,000, meaning every single centimetre you see represents a colossal five kilometres of the moon’s actual surface. Talk about getting up close and personal!
What makes the Museum of the Moon so special is how it transforms with each new location. It’s been displayed both indoors and outdoors, adapting beautifully to its surroundings. As it travels, it’s not just a static exhibit; it’s a living, breathing project, collecting new musical compositions, personal responses, fascinating stories, and ancient mythologies. It even highlights the very latest in moon science, making each visit a truly enriching experience.
The installation combines that incredible lunar imagery with ethereal moonlight, all accompanied by a captivating surround sound composition created by the BAFTA and Ivor Novello award-winning composer, Dan Jones. And as if that weren’t enough, each venue organises its own unique moon-inspired events to complement the exhibition, making for a truly immersive experience.
Everyone who has had the pleasure of laying eyes on this gorgeous sculpture has been left utterly awestruck. It truly is that magnificent.
Here are some upcoming dates where you can catch the Museum of the Moon (remember, there are several moons touring simultaneously!):
- Harwell Campus, Oxfordshire, UK: 21st May – 6th June
- West Norwood Cemetery, London: 30th May – 1st June; 6th – 8th June
- OliOli, Dubai, UAE: 31st May – 8th June
- Tollwood, Munich, Germany: 19th June – 20th July
- Canadian Museum of Nature, Ontario: Ongoing
- Mahaffey Theatre, Florida, USA: Ongoing
To keep updated on any new dates, visit their website here.
