Luke Jerram’s The Museum of the Moon is now open for just a few days in Toronto and it can be found at the Bentway, the public space and outdoor gallery beneath the city's Gardiner Expressway. The focal point of the attraction is an inflatable sculpture that is a perfect, to-scale replica of the moon that was crafted with NASA imagery. The moon is illuminated from the inside to mimic the familiar glow that people are used to seeing in the night sky, as well as to highlight the details of the moon, which can fully be appreciated up close—as people hardly ever get to see its craters, volcanic elements and other unique characteristics.
In the city, people will also be able to find a smaller version of the sculpture within the Aga Khan Museum.
Lunar Outdoor Galleries
The Museum of the Moon is Popping Up Under a Toronto Expressway
Trend Themes
1. Inflatable Sculpture Exhibits - The trend of using inflatable sculptures in art exhibits offers unique and interactive experiences for visitors.
2. Outdoor Galleries - The rise of outdoor galleries, like the Bentway in Toronto, provides new spaces for public art installations and cultural events.
3. Replica Installations - Creating to-scale replicas of natural elements, such as the moon, allows people to experience and appreciate the intricate details up close.
Industry Implications
1. Art Galleries - Art galleries can embrace the trend of outdoor exhibitions and incorporate inflatable sculptures and replica installations to attract a wider audience.
2. Public Spaces - Developers and urban planners can collaborate with artists and organizations to transform underutilized public spaces into outdoor galleries, fostering creativity and community engagement.
3. Museums - Museums can explore the use of inflatable sculptures and replica installations to create immersive and educational exhibits that capture visitors' attention and imagination.