The Cloud

Recently, as I've run past the MET I've noticed the roof deck and this space-age sculpture on the roof. Today, I finally got to the roof deck to check out Tomas Saraceno's Cloud City.

You have to get a ticket with a timed entry to actually go inside it. As you can see, it's these clear, sometimes reflective modules. I went wearing a skirt -- probably not the best idea because as the instructions note, some places are clear and can be seen from below. Oh well. 

It really was quite interesting. There are some areas where only two people are allowed at a time. Apparently, there are also different levels of firmness in the structure, something I worried about because some floors creaked more than others. It was exhilarating, though, to see the wires -- the spiderwebs -- that echoed the interconnectivity of the structure.

You're not allowed to bring a bag or any personal belongings into the structure, and you have to duck in certain places to get into the modules. It was a sunny day so I kept my sunglasses on. It was a good call, because it really could reflect a lot of light.

All in all, it was worth the visit. Even if you don't get to go in, it's worth going to the deck. You can peer up into it (and enjoy a drink and the views of the park and the city).
Here's a video of the structure being put up.