"Sheltering in Space – A Guide" will delve into the concept of sustainable space shelters, addressing the extreme conditions of space while considering cultural, social, and psychological factors.
The exhibition presents artworks that engage in a dialogue with space architecture and infrastructure for space travel on Earth, opening up the usually closed, controlled environments of mission control rooms to a broader audience. This unique approach combines scientific and engineering perspectives with artistic interpretations of sheltering, offering a reflection on the values and implications behind these endeavors. Some of the artworks have been developed in collaboration with space experts and scientists, pushing the boundaries of today's scientific knowledge into a speculative future through sci-fi narratives. Through diverse artistic contributions, the exhibition explores key elements of space sheltering, such as life support systems, in-situ resource utilization (ISRU), the use of local materials and recyclability, and the challenge of traveling light. It also prompts critical questions about the true meaning of shelter and its connection to land and supporting infrastructure. Furthermore, the exhibition addresses thematic events that explore food systems, the relationship between astronauts and their shelter environment, and the psychological impacts of space travel, such as the altered perception of time and space.
The exhibition will also bring together artists, architects, scientists, and astronauts to engage in a dynamic series of performances, workshops, and discussions, exploring a broad range of thought-provoking themes, including a challenge to chefs to create space food, as well as a durational performance that reflects on both space missions and analogue missions. There will also be a science fiction workshop that examines the perceptions of time and space during space travel, alongside discussions of issues like waste and debris. Another event will focus on
sheltering on the moon and the concept of establishing a moon base—examining why it’s important, what it entails, and how it can be achieved. The programme will also include a discussion on space policies, particularly in the context of humanity’s increasing presence in space and the potential for colonization. Finally, a unique concert featuring ballet will offer a creative reflection on the deeper values and motivations driving humanity’s desire to explore the universe beyond Earth.
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Title
Universe PavilionType
ExhibitionOrganizers
From
May 08, 2025 12:30 PMUntil
July 31, 2025 12:30 PMVenue
fàbrica 33Address
Cannaregio 5063, Calle larga dei Boteri, Fondamente Nove, Venice, Italy
