Exeter Cathedral set to host 3D Earth art instillation

Elizabeth Barber

A3D model of planet earth will be on display at Exeter Cathedral throughout February. The model, named Gaia, is seven meters in diameter and features detailed imagery of the earth from NASA. The display will be accompanied by an original surround-sound composition by Dan Jones.

The incredible art installation follows the huge success of the Museum of the Moon exhibit by the same artist, Luke Jerram, last year, which attracted huge numbers of visitors.

According to the Cathedral website, the installation creates a sense of the Overview Effect — awe for the earth, a profound comprehension of how all life is interconnected, and a heightened sense of duty for protecting the environment are all common characteristics of the phenomenon which is often felt by astronauts.

Gaia has been created in partnership with the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), Bluedot and the UK Association for Science and Discovery Centres.

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