Question 1

How long can I stay?

Accepted Answer

You are welcome to stay as long as you'd like. Most visits will last 45-60 minutes which includes the looped 28-minute Gaia soundtrack, conversations with some of our docents, and time for walking or sitting in the Cathedral space or taking in Gaia, at your own pace.

Question 2

What is the tour like?

Accepted Answer

The Gaia tour is largely self-guided, with opportunity to read about the project, sit or lay down under the moon, or listen to the enveloping specially-produced soundtrack of Gaia.

Question 3

What is the Cathedral?

Accepted Answer

The Cathedral of the Incarnation is a neo-gothic church, completed in 1885 and serves as the seat of the Episcopal Bishop of Long Island. The Diocese spans Brooklyn, Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk with the Cathedral serving as a House of Prayer for the millions who live on Long Island. All are welcome!

Question 4

Are photos permitted?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Photos for your personal use are permitted. We ask that you be respectful of those around you in taking your photos, and that you keep flashes turned off.

Question 5

Are tickets for sale at the door?

Accepted Answer

In order to plan safe tours & manage foot traffic, we will not be selling tickets at the door. If you have any questions about large group sales or arranging a private tour for your group, school, or senior center, please email connect@incarnationgc.org or call the Cathedral office at 516-746-2955.

Question 6

Is Gaia at the Cathedral kid-friendly?

Accepted Answer

People of all ages - especially kids! - will love this installation. Please feel free to bring your friends and neighbors as this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the moon up close, and indoors!

Question 7

Is the Cathedral accessible?

Accepted Answer

Yes! The Cathedral is accessible by ramp. Once inside, an elevator can take you downstairs to our restroom suites.

Question 8

Is there parking at the Cathedral?

Accepted Answer

Yes, free parking is available along the side of the ring roads that traverse the Cathedral campus.

Question 9

Can I take mass transit to visit the Cathedral?

Accepted Answer

Yes! The Cathedral is only one block from the Garden City stop on the Hempstead Line of the Long Island Rail Road.

Gaia at the Cathedral of the Incarnation - Evening Admissions

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