Luke Jerram’s Helios at Liverpool Cathedral: Experience the Sun Like Never Before

Get ready to bask in the brilliance of Helios, the awe-inspiring illuminated sculpture of the Sun, on display at Liverpool Cathedral from 4 April – 9 May 2025.

For the first time ever, the UK’s largest cathedral will host this dazzling masterpiece by world-renowned British artist Luke Jerram. Following the success of Museum of the Moon and Gaia, Helios promises to be another unforgettable experience.

Special Programme of Events

To complement Helios, Liverpool Cathedral has curated a diverse programme of events, allowing visitors to experience the installation in unique ways. Highlights include:

• Yoga sessions beneath the radiant glow of Helios.
• Storytelling evenings, bringing the Sun’s myths and legends to life.
• Exclusive fine dining experiences set within the celestial ambiance.
• Family-friendly activities and creative workshops.
• Thought-provoking talks exploring the Sun’s influence on science, faith, and culture.
• The Cathedral Sleepout with The Whitechapel Centre, offering a unique opportunity to sleep under Helios and raise money for homelessness in the city.

Visit the Liverpool Cathedral website to explore the full programme of Helios-related events.

A Dazzling Experience Like No Other

Liverpool Cathedral will extend its opening hours on select dates, allowing more visitors to witness the breathtaking seven-meter sculpture of the Sun. Created at a scale of 1:200 million, every centimetre of Helios represents 2,000km of the Sun’s surface. Guests will be able to observe intricate details such as sunspots, spicules, and solar flares—phenomena usually millions of miles away!

This isn’t just art—it’s an immersive experience. Accompanied by a custom surround sound composition featuring solar sounds, NASA mission recordings, and uplifting music, Helios will create a sensory journey that connects visitors to the Sun’s power, warmth, and significance.

Completing the Celestial Trilogy

Liverpool Cathedral is proud to be the first venue in the world to have showcased three of Luke Jerram’s celestial artworks. Helios celebrates the Sun’s life-giving power and its importance across cultures and faiths.

Very Revd Dr Sue Jones, Dean of Liverpool, shares:

“We are thrilled to be the first cathedral to host Helios and to complete the celestial trilogy of Luke Jerram’s artworks here at Liverpool Cathedral. Helios is a stunning celebration of the Sun’s life-giving power and its significance across cultures and faiths. It’s a privilege to bring such an awe-inspiring installation to our community and visitors, reaffirming our place at the heart of Liverpool’s cultural life. We are delighted that Helios will be installed over the Easter period, which helps us reflect on light and the life-giving light of the resurrection, bringing new life.

We look forward to welcoming everyone to experience this breathtaking artwork in our magnificent space.”

Helios
4 April – 9 May 2025
Liverpool Cathedral
Free Entry / Special Paid Events Require Booking