Interactive Sound Installation “Sun Boxes” Invites Lexington Community to Experience Art at The Henry Clay Estate

Lexington, Kentucky – A unique auditory experience is currently enveloping the grounds of The Henry Clay Estate as a part of an interactive art installation. Arkansas-based artist Craig Colorusso has brought his solar-powered sound installation, “Sun Boxes,” to the historic home of Kentucky politician Henry Clay, located along Richmond Road past Ashland.

This immersive art display consists of 20 speakers strategically placed around the estate, emitting different looped guitar notes that collectively form a Bb (B Flat) chord. The loops vary in length, creating a continuously evolving soundscape that shifts as the sun moves and the light changes throughout the day.

The installation will be open for public enjoyment from October 2 to 6, aligning with the estate’s regular visiting hours. With the support of LexArts, guests are invited to wander among the speakers, interact with the artwork, and experience the tranquil and energizing “sound bath” it provides.

Colorusso’s “Sun Boxes” project, which has toured various locations across the country since 2009, transforms the historic grounds into a dynamic and meditative space. Visitors can expect a new auditory experience at different times of the day as the installation evolves with the natural changes in sunlight.

This free art display invites the community to explore the serene beauty of the estate while engaging in a novel artistic encounter, allowing them to appreciate the unique blend of history and sound.