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Tuesday 15 October – Sunday 3 November, Cathedral opening hours
Experience the wonders of Planet Mars right here on Earth within the sacred walls of Gloucester Cathedral with Luke Jerram's incredible Mars: War and Peace artwork.
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Gaze up at Luke Jerram's spectacular seven metre sculpture of Mars up close in the Cathedral Nave, accompanied by an immersive soundtrack in the surroundings of our stunning dramatic space. The artwork features detailed NASA imagery of the Martian surface and is on rotation.
“As this timely exhibition graces our sacred space, it not only reminds us of the beauty and mystery of God’s universe, but also provides us with the opportunity to reflect on the enduring hope for peace.
We look forward to welcoming you to Mars: War and Peace at Gloucester Cathedral and hope you enjoy your visit.” - Very Reverend Andrew Zihni, Dean of Gloucester
Plan your visit during day-time Cathedral opening hours to explore the installation at your leisure. There is no booking required to view the artwork during the day. Entry is by voluntary donation. We suggest a donation amount of £5 for an adult or £10 for a family, but we are grateful for all contributions.
Scroll down the page to discover our full programme, including special evening viewings and much more!
Mars: War and Peace is sponsored by Willans LLP solicitorsand Richmond Villages Cheltenham.
Established in 1947, Willans LLP delivers the highest quality legal advice in an approachable, straight-talking way. We act for businesses, private individuals, charities and not-for-profit organisations based locally, nationally and internationally. With over 100 people, we are large enough to provide first-class specialist advice, yet small enough to give a genuinely personal service. We are also consistently rated year-on-year by national legal guides such as The Legal 500 and Chambers UK.
Richmond Villages Cheltenham is a premium retirement village and Bupa Care Home, forming one of 10 in our portfolio across the UK. Offering luxurious accommodation and exceptional care, it provides residents with a vibrant community, state-of-the-art facilities, and personalised services. Residents enjoy an enriching lifestyle with numerous activities, ensuring comfort, security, and well-being in a beautiful and supportive environment.
About Mars: War and Peace:
Measuring seven metres in diameter, the artwork features detailed NASA imagery of the Martian surface. At an approximate scale of 1:1 million, each centimetre of the internally lit spherical sculpture represents 10 kilometres of the surface of Mars.
Accompanying the Mars sculpture is a newly created sound composition by BAFTA and Ivor Novello award winning composer Dan Jones. Featuring the sounds of seas, deserts and clips from NASA missions to Mars, it also incorporates the sounds of distant bombing and people marching, as if to war.
Planning your visit to Mars: War and Peace at Gloucester Cathedral? Watch this video which provides a practical guide to the exhibition.
Please note there may be queues at busy times. Please come dressed for the weather.
- Type
- Special Event
- Dates
- From October 15, 2024 To November 3rd, 2024
- Location
- Nave
- Booking not required
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