James Turrell's largest Skyspace to date, titled "As Seen Below – The Dome," will open at ARoS Aarhus Art Museum in Denmark on June 19, 2026, timed for the summer solstice. The dome-shaped underground chamber, over 50 feet high and 130 feet in diameter, frames the sky and is housed within a grassy mound as part of the museum's subterranean expansion, The Next Level. The project, first announced in 2015, faced financial and technical delays, including a supplier bankruptcy, and required additional funding of 6.7 million kroner this year.
This installation matters because it represents Turrell's most monumental Skyspace for a public institution, reinforcing his decades-long exploration of light and perception. The work anchors ARoS's major expansion, enhancing the museum's international profile and offering visitors a transformative experience. It also highlights the enduring appeal and logistical challenges of large-scale public art projects, as Turrell continues to expand his globally recognized Skyspace series, which now includes around 90 installations worldwide.