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The Full James Turrell Experience in Houston

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"The Light Inside" Tunnel at MFAH

One of Houston's most cherished Turrell installations is already on view at the MFAH. Like the upcoming exhibition, it's also called The Light Inside and is a permanent, commissioned light tunnel that connects the Caroline Wiess Law Building with the Audrey Beck Building.

Unlike his two skyspaces, this is an installation that you don't sit passively to experience, but move through. Open since 2000, the tunnel is filled with neon and ambient light that is all-encompassing. As you walk through the tunnel, the color shifts from an intense blue to crimson to magenta. The effect makes it feel as if you're floating, but just be wary of the tunnel's edges -- a woman once sued the museum because she broke her arm falling off the walkway.

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