The Hong Kong Jockey Club Series: Meet Mona Lisa – The Renaissance Re-Imagined [Le French May Arts Festival 2026]
Co-presented by the Hong Kong Heritage Museum and Le French May Arts Festival, this exhibition features an immersive journey developed by the Louvre Museum and the Grand Palais Immersif, alongside a curation of Renaissance artifacts. Visitors can explore the world of Mona Lisa and the cultural significance of the Renaissance through panoramic projections, interactive installations, and historical exhibits.
- When
1 May 2026 - 27 Jul 2026 10:00 - 18:00
- Location
Hong Kong Heritage Museum
New Territories Sha Tin Sha Tin
1 Man Lam Road, Sha Tin, New Territories, Hong Kong
Highlights
"The Hong Kong Jockey Club Series: Meet Mona Lisa – The Renaissance Re-Imagined" is an immersive exhibition that invites visitors to step into the world of Leonardo da Vinci. Co-presented by the Hong Kong Heritage Museum and Le French May Arts Festival, with the generous sponsorship of The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, this event blends historical scholarship with cutting-edge digital technology. It brings the iconic "Mona Lisa" to life through the expertise of the Louvre Museum and the Grand Palais Immersif, offering a multi-sensory experience that goes far beyond traditional viewing.
Program
The exhibition features six distinct immersive zones that use light, sound, and panoramic projections to reconstruct the Renaissance era. Beyond the digital journey, the curation includes physical artifacts and artworks sourced from the National Museum of the Renaissance in France, the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana in Italy, and the Réunion des Musées Nationaux – Grand Palais. Visitors will engage with interactive installations that reveal the techniques behind Da Vinci's masterpieces and explore the cultural context that birthed the Renaissance. It is a unique opportunity to uncover the mystery behind the world's most famous smile.
Visitor Information
The exhibition is held at the thematic galleries on the 1st floor of the Hong Kong Heritage Museum. Admission is free. The exhibition runs from May 1, 2026, to July 27, 2026. Please note that the museum is closed on Tuesdays; visitors are advised to plan their visit accordingly.
