Epic Ireland, Dublin

Helix contributed to five immersive AV projects at EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, a museum experience that has won Europe’s Leading Tourist Attraction in 2019, 2020, and 2021. Our role spanned pre-production, production, and post-production, creating visually engaging installations that celebrated the influence of Irish emigrants on global culture, science, and sports.

1. Motion of Sport:
   A modern interpretation of the zoopraxiscope, a motion picture projector invented by Eadweard Muybridge (of Irish descent) in 1879. This digital recreation brings the early history of motion pictures to life, showcasing the pioneering spirit of Irish emigrants in film and innovation.
2. Change the World:
   This installation features six screens and one large projection, illustrating how Irish emigrants have positively impacted the world across various fields. The visuals highlight influential figures who have shaped global culture, politics, and social movements.
3. See the World:
   Another six screens and one large projection display that celebrates the contributions of Irish scientists and pioneers who have transformed how we understand and explore the world. This exhibit captures the inventive spirit and global influence of Irish emigrants in science and discovery.
4. Welcome Home:
   A large screen projection depicting heartwarming scenes of people returning home to Dublin Airport. The installation welcomes visitors back to the Irish family, evoking the emotional journey of emigrants reconnecting with their roots.
5. GAA Around the World:
   This exhibit uses six screens and one large projection to showcase the influence of Gaelic sports around the world. The display highlights the spread of Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) sports and their importance in Irish communities across the globe.

The five immersive installations at EPIC successfully bring Irish heritage and the global impact of Irish emigrants to life. By blending historical narratives with innovative digital displays, Helix helped create an educational yet deeply emotional experience for visitors. The “Motion of Sport” revived a key innovation in film history, while the “Change the World” and “See the World” exhibits showcased the broad-reaching effects of Irish contributions to science, culture, and global change. “Welcome Home” offered a moving visual journey of returning emigrants, and “GAA Around the World” highlighted the spread of Irish identity through sport. These projects have contributed significantly to EPIC’s standing as a world-class, award-winning museum, further enhancing its reputation as a must-see destination for visitors worldwide.