Summary:

Luna Luna, the world's first art amusement park, is open in NYC's Hudson Yards!
Features rides designed by Basquiat, Haring, and Dalí.
Interactive installations and a chapel where all marriages are considered legal (though non-binding).
An immersive experience blending art, amusement, and social commentary.
Rescued from a Texas warehouse after being lost for decades.

Luna Luna: A Whimsical Journey Through Art and Nostalgia

Luna Luna general view

After decades lost in a Texas warehouse, Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy, the world's first art amusement park, has arrived in NYC's Hudson Yards. Conceived by Austrian artist André Heller in 1987, this immersive exhibit features hand-painted rides by iconic artists like Jean-Michel Basquiat, Keith Haring, and Salvador Dalí.

Keith Haring Carousel

While you can't ride the impeccably preserved attractions, the experience is far from static. Costumed characters roam the space, encouraging visitors to dance to music by artists like André 3000 and David Byrne. Interactive installations, like Roy Lichtenstein's "Pavilion" and Dalí's mind-bending "Dalídom," offer a classic funhouse experience.

Dalidom Interior

Unexpected Twists

Luna Luna boasts a quirky twist: a chapel where, surprisingly, all marriages are considered legal (though non-binding, according to the priest). Recently, two college students spontaneously tied the knot during a visit!

Wedding in the Chapel

The exhibit also showcases thought-provoking art. Daniel Spoerri’s "Crap Chancellery" is a satirical commentary on Nazi Germany, juxtaposed with Manfred Deix's "Palace of Winds", a piece designed to evoke laughter and unease.

A Unique NYC Experience

Luna Luna is more than just an art exhibition; it's an immersive, playful experience that blurs the line between art, amusement, and social commentary, offering something for everyone—from art history buffs to those simply seeking a unique and memorable NYC adventure.

Source: New York Post