When King Writes

When I was a child, my grandmother—the person I love most in this world—started calling me Luna. She got it from a TV series I was obsessed with, where a beautiful, mesmerizing character had the same name. And just like that, the nickname stuck.

Since then, my love for the moon has been, pun absolutely intended, out of this world. 😅 My collection speaks for itself—moon lamps, Luna bookmarks, and paintings I’ve done over the years—all proudly displayed in my room as a shrine to my celestial obsession.

So when I found out the Museum of the Moon was coming to London while I was there, it wasn’t even a question. Of course, I had to go. The universe (or at least the exhibit’s travel schedule) had aligned, and I wasn’t about to miss it.

The Discovery

I just so happened to be in London at the same time the Museum of the Moon was set to be showcased in a historical church. Of course, this felt like pure serendipity. I’ve always wanted to experience this one-of-a-kind exhibit in person. Since it never stays in one place, it felt like the universe was doing me a favor, aligning the stars (or, well, the moon) to make sure I could finally see it.

And how did I find out about it? Nothing mystical or romantic—just Instagram. I was mindlessly doom-scrolling when a suggested post popped up, casually informing me that the Museum of the Moon would be in London while I was there. A rare case of the algorithm actually doing something useful. 🥸

The moment I saw it, I didn’t hesitate. I booked my ticket online for a time slot. Supposedly, they limit the number of visitors per session to keep the experience intimate, although that’s not how I experienced it.

The Experience

Once I arrived though, I started wondering why I even bothered buying a ticket—security just waved us in without so much as a glance at our tickets. One of them even gave us a little wink, like, Yeah, yeah, go ahead. So much for time slots and crowd control.

Despite the whole “limited entry” thing, it still felt a bit too crowded for my liking. Maybe it was because it was a Friday night, or maybe everyone had the same brilliant idea to see the moon up close that evening. Either way, it was a little more packed than I expected.

That said, seeing Luke Jerram’s Museum of the Moon in person was still an incredible experience. I got to admire it from a distance and then up close, where I could actually see the craters in detail—something I’d only really appreciated in photos before.

Once you’re inside, there’s not much to do except take it all in, maybe snap a photo or two. Though some visitors were clearly making the most of it—I spotted a few girls fully glammed up, cycling through more poses than I even know exist, undoubtedly curating the perfect Instagram moment. 🤳🏻

Why Visit

Luke Jerram’s Museum of the Moon is exactly what it sounds like—a giant, hyper-detailed moon replica that lets you see every crater, shadow, and surface texture up close, created using high-resolution NASA imagery.

It’s a traveling installation showcased in all kinds of places, from historic churches to science museums and outdoor festivals. Unlike most exhibits that stay put, this one could quite literally land in a city near you. I love how the overall experience changes depending on where it’s showcased.

Even if you don’t have a personal connection to the moon (or a childhood nickname tied to it as I do), it’s still an experience worth having. There’s something surreal about standing beneath a glowing, oversized moon, realizing just how much detail we never truly see from Earth. It’s a rare chance to see the moon in a way you never have before—no telescope required. 🌙

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