Velaslavasay Panorama

The atmosphere is odd, at first. A moody hallway, an old theater in the back, and a winding, wooden staircase. Consider it a portal, because once the first step is made, everything changes. You are surrounded by a dark, arctic world. The current exhibition at Velaslavasay Panorama is Effulgence of the North, a 360 degree immersive installation. You see the mysterious arctic landscape, feel it's cool air and hear the eerie sounds of water, wind and crackling ice. Sara Velas painted the Panorama to revive this almost-lost form of entertainment, which was beloved during the 19th century (before motion pictures).

Fast minds must take a few quiet minutes to slow down here. Before you know it, you are an explorer, the moon is your guiding light among glaciers, freezing waters, and the aurora borealis up above. Your imagination will take you from there...