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Houghton Hall and Gardens is open on selected dates between 4 May and 28 September 2025

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Special Event

Skyspace Evenings

Join us for an amazing evening. Through an aperture in the ceiling, experience the change of light from day to night in James Turrell’s tranquil Skyspace: Seldom Seen.

A sequenced light program inside Skyspace, designed by Turrell, interacts with the atmospheric light coming through the aperture to create a spectrum of colours and an immersive sensory experience at dawn and dusk. A place of contemplation and revelation, Skyspace is the only one of the four in the UK with this feature. The changing colours during the session influence the viewer's perception of the surroundings.

These evening events offer a rare opportunity to experience Skyspace at dusk, guided by arts expert Amanda Geitner.

There is very limited availability, so early booking is advised.

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Book Tickets

Tickets are £40 per person and must be pre-booked. 

The events run on Thursday 15 and Friday 16 May 2025.

19:15 - Main gates open: you will be directed to parking and meeting point where the group will gather ahead of a welcome drink in the Old Kitchen, with introduction from arts expert Amanda Geitner. Homemade soup and sausage rolls will be served with a glass of wine or soft drink.
 

20:30 - We will walk over to Skyspace, where you will experience the effect of the change of light from day to night during sunset.

22:00 - Leave Skyspace to gather back in the Old Kitchen to discuss the experience over hot drinks and brownies.

Do dress up warmly and feel free to bring blankets - also wear shoes suitable for walking across the grass.

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