IT’S DARK. IT’S DEEP. IT’S ALIVE. AND IT’S WEIRD.

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ARTECHOUSE Studio x Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

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Twilight Zone: Hidden Wonders of the Ocean

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At ARTECHOUSE, we’ve explored our brains and gone to the edges of our universe, now we venture into the mysterious bioluminescent realm of the ocean twilight zone.

Join us for the world premiere of a new collaboration with the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Twilight Zone: Hidden Wonders of the Ocean.

This artistic expression of scientific discovery plunges you into the mysterious depths of the ocean twilight zone to discover the enchanting world of bioluminescence and showcases the interconnectedness of marine life.

Twilight Zone: Hidden Wonders of the Ocean highlights the awe-inspiring nightly migration of ocean twilight zone creatures and their intricate connections to the planet’s health, including helping regulate the earth’s climate. This groundbreaking exhibition offers a 24-minute cinematic journey enveloping the audience in immersive 270-degree projections that span from floor to wall, complemented by six interactive installations and six XR activations. Together, they create a rich exploration of the mysterious underwater world through a fusion of artistic and interactive expressions.

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Using sound, texture, shape, and imaginative elements to evoke emotions and a sense of wonder, we appreciate science as our superpower and bring the beauty and mystery of the ocean into focus. Twilight Zone: Hidden Wonders of the Ocean features innovative design and original compositions by Mehmet Ünal (Tilde Sound Art), highlighting the importance of sustainable interaction with our natural world.

About the artist

ARTECHOUSE Studio

Powered by passion, ARTECHOUSE Studio is an interdisciplinary collaborative culture working at the forefront of art and technology to develop, produce and present world-class technology-driven exhibitions and the most advanced presentation platforms that ignite the imagination.

In this collaboration with Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution ARTECHOUSE Studio continues its work with preeminent scientific institutions including Society for Neuroscience and NASA, and aims to foster a deep emotional connection with the ocean’s most enigmatic realm and inspire efforts to protect our planet.

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About the artist

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) is a private, non-profit organization focused on exploring and understanding the ocean. Founded in 1930, WHOI is famous for its expert team, advanced research ships, and amazing underwater robots. The organization plays a leading role in ocean observation, constantly making new discoveries and creating innovative technologies that expand our knowledge of the sea.

Artechouse DC

A pioneer in the field of innovative digital and experiential art, ARTECHOUSE expands the possibilities of art and how we experience it through innovative technology-driven exhibitions and experiences. ARTECHOUSE connects progressive ideas, artists and audiences to stimulate innovation and creativity at the intersection of art, science and technology. From immersive art spaces to an extended reality (XR) mobile app, ARTECHOUSE is where curiosity-seekers of all ages go to experience creative innovation without limits. Founded in 2015, ARTECHOUSE has become the premier destination, both online and offline, for genre-pushing, technology-driven art.

ARTECHOUSE DC was the first ARTECHOUSE location to open and holds a place dear to our hearts. Just off the National Mall and nearby Smithsonian museums and the Wharf, ARTECHOUSE DC is bringing a new kind of art experience to the nation’s capital. The most unique art destination and things to do in Washington, DC.

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Admission & Hours

OPEN DAILY

10am-10pm Last session begins at 9pm

Sessions are every 30 minutes and last for 60 minutes. Please arrive on time.

XR BAR HOURS:
4PM – 10PM, Monday – Thursday

11AM – 10PM, Friday – Sunday

Pricing: $5-$17 (Includes beer, wine, XR drinks (cocktails & mocktails)

The XR Bar is an extended reality bar powered by the ARTECHOUSE XR App.

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Tickets

General Admission: $25-$31
Anytime Tickets: $30-$36
(Select a day, come anytime)

Students, Seniors (65+), Military & First Responders: $20-$26

Kids (under 4): Free
Kids (4-15): $17-$23
Weekday Family Pack (Up to 4 tickets): $75-$96 and includes a Kids Guide with every pack

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