Helios Under the Sun: Extended Opening
On selected dates we’re keeping the Saloon and Central Hall open late so you can experience Helios as the sun starts to set as well as enjoy a variety of events themed around the sun.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Helios is a brand-new 7-metre diameter sculpture by internationally renowned artist Luke Jerram. Helios, Ancient Greek for the sun, follows Luke’s previous celestial sculptures of ‘Gaia’ ‘Museum of the Moon’ and ‘Mars’.
With rippling lights, solar imagery and sounds of the sun recorded by NASA, you’re invited to come and experience this audio-visual wonder.
These extended opening sessions will also offer a selection of events themed around the sun, featuring music, poetry and talks from leading solar specialists.
Scaled so that each centimetre represents 2000 kilometres of the real sun’s surface, this is a unique opportunity to take a closer look at the star and details such as sunspots and solar flares.
Please note that after 5pm, opening is restricted to the Central Hall and Saloon only.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Accessibility
Helios is accessed via 14 steps. If you require access support, please call us on 0191 237 9100 to discuss your requirements or book a 'Helios: Stairclimber extended opening' slot via the events page of our website.
- Other
All activities free with standard admission or your membership.
Upcoming events
**SORRY, SOLD OUT** Helios Under the Sun: Sunrise
Set your alarm clocks to be one of the first to see Helios, a brand-new 7-metre diameter sculpture by artist Luke Jerram.
Helios: Stairclimber
If you are planning on visiting Seaton Delaval Hall to see Helios, a Stairmate Major stairclimber is available to support with accessing the Saloon and Central Hall. Please book your slot here.
Helios Under the Sun: Aurora Strings
On selected dates we’re keeping the Saloon and Central Hall open late so you can experience Helios as the sun starts to set. Join us and enjoy Helios to solar-themed repertoire performed by the North East's leading string quartet, Aurora Strings.