Experience a monumental immersive light installation by James Turrell at Powerhouse Parramatta, exploring perception and space.
Saturday 7 November 2026
34/47 Phillip St, Parramatta NSW 2150, Australia
$10-$40
Step into the mesmerizing world of James Turrell’s Shangri La (Over The Hump), an immersive installation that envelops you in shifting light and color. This captivating experience challenges your perception of depth and space, creating a disorienting yet transcendent atmosphere reminiscent of flight and the vastness of the cosmos.
The installation is part of Task Eternal, an exhibition exploring themes of flight, space, and human perception. Visitors will find themselves immersed in a sensory environment where horizons disappear and spatial boundaries dissolve, offering a unique artistic encounter.
Perfect for families with school-aged children, this exhibition invites curiosity and wonder, making it an engaging outing for parents and kids alike.
- The installation is a new presentation from Turrell’s celebrated Ganzfeld series.
- It draws on experiments with sensory perception and light from the late 1960s.
- The exhibition runs as part of the opening festival at Powerhouse Parramatta.
- Timed entry tickets are required to manage visitor flow and ensure a quality experience.
Powerhouse Parramatta is located on Dharug Land at PS1, Ground Level, 34 Phillip St, Parramatta NSW 2150. The venue is accessible and family-friendly, with facilities to support visitors of all ages.
Getting to the museum is straightforward, with public transport options and parking nearby. The museum acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and respects their ongoing connection to Country.
- Tickets include entry to Task Eternal, the museum, and all exhibitions.
- Children 16 and under have a discounted ticket price.
- The installation is suitable for all ages but especially engaging for school-aged children.
- Timed entry means planning your visit in advance is essential.
Tickets open for booking on 7 November. Prices range from $10 for children 16 and under, $30 for concession holders, to $40 for standard adult entry. Booking early is recommended to secure your preferred time slot and avoid disappointment.
Enjoy a captivating day out that combines art, science, and sensory exploration in a welcoming environment for families.
