James Turrell's "Twilight Epiphany" Skyspace
"So what's the big picture?Rice's picturesque campus is the setting for "Twilight Epiphany," American artist James Turrell's outdoor bi-level structure whose aperture allows visitors to watch an LED light sequence that’s timed to sunrise and sunset. Anything specific we should know?Free advance online reservations are required, but seating is open. You can sit in the ground-level pavilion or head upstairs to the viewing platform for the show, which lasts about 45 minutes. Both levels have built-in curved concrete benches that allow for lounging and looking up at Turrell’s sequence that bathes the roof with vivid colors that change as the sun moves. Is it easy to find?If you're coming to a sunrise show, don't expect to ask a student for directions—the campus will be empty. We advise having a map pulled up on your phone. The installation is close to the intersection of University Boulevard and Stockton, the Shepherd School of Music, and campus entrances numbers eight and 18. Rice parking can be limited at times, but you can try your hand at West Lot 2; it costs about $2 for the length of the show. All said and done, what—and who—is this best for?This is a must for travelers who want to experience the high notes of Houston's artistic offerings. The crowd is a mix of ages, and it's neither stuffy nor limited to art aficionados." - Allison Bagley
