Arborialis Luminarium by Architects of Air
Step inside a world of light and colour this October half term.
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Dates
Saturday 24 October - Thursday 29 October
Visitor Information
Times
Sessions available all day from 10am - 4pm
Relaxed sessions are also available each day at 10.15am for visitors who would benefit from a quieter experience with limited numbers.
Price
TICKETS COMING SOON.
Booking is essential.
FREE with Annual Pass Admission.
Details
- Arborialis is fully accessible for wheelchair users and the SEND community are warmly welcomed.
- Shoes must be removed before entering. Warm socks are advised.
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult (1 adult per 4 children)
About
Step inside a world of light, colour and sound this October half term as Arborialis, an immersive Luminarium by Architects of Air, comes to Woodhorn Museum.
A Luminarium is a monumental walk-in sculpture designed to create a sense of wonder through light and colour. Take off your shoes, step through the soft airlock and enter Arborialis, where winding paths, glowing tree-like forms and colourful canopies create an immersive world to explore.
Inside, you can wander through the labyrinth at your own pace, discover vibrant spaces and changing colours, or simply find a quiet spot to sit and take it all in. The experience is different for everyone, with no set route to follow and plenty of opportunities to pause, look around and enjoy the atmosphere.
Arborialis takes inspiration from the natural world, with its tree-like forms creating the feeling of wandering through an otherworldly forest. The design has been specifically chosen for Woodhorn because of its strong connection to the story of the site. Its arboreal forms provide a link between the ancient forests that became coal and the region’s industrial heritage, while its name also references the aurora borealis, reflecting Northumberland’s reputation as one of the UK’s premier dark sky locations.
Arborialis is fully accessible for wheelchair users and welcomes visitors with SEND. Warm socks are recommended as shoes must be removed before entering.
This event has been made possible thanks to funding from the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority, Arts Council England and Northumberland County Council.
For more information on Architects of Air visit: www.architects-of-air.com
