Leonardo da Vinci – 500 Years of Genius
Opening October 4. Experience the genius. Experience the future.
Members see it first, for free!
In addition to other amazing benefits, Frost Science members get to see Leonardo da Vinci – 500 Years of Genius first! Members are invited to an exclusive sneak preview of the exhibition on Friday, October 3. Click here to become a Member today.
Step into the world of the original Renaissance visionary.
The Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science proudly presents Leonardo da Vinci – 500 Years of Genius, the most comprehensive and immersive exploration of Leonardo’s life and legacy ever presented. Created by Grande Experiences in collaboration with Museo Leonardo da Vinci in Rome, this world-class special exhibition is your chance to experience the mind of the greatest genius who ever lived.
From the Mona Lisa to flying machines, da Vinci’s brilliance knew no bounds. Through rare artifacts, immersive storytelling, interactive displays, and life-size replicas of his machines and inventions, you’ll uncover how this legendary artist, inventor, engineer, and scientist helped shape the modern world.
What you’ll experience:
Immersive digital galleries that bring Leonardo’s amazing story to life, featuring some of his most iconic masterpieces, The Last Supper and Vitruvian Man
Hands-on interactives like the Vitruvian Man interactive station and the exclusive Mona Lisa Revealed exhibit, showcasing the world’s only exact 360-degree replica of the painting
Multisensory storytelling that lets you see, hear, feel—and even smell—the Renaissance come alive
Rare artifacts and detailed reconstructions of da Vinci’s groundbreaking designs, from anatomy to aviation
A true fusion of art, science, and imagination, Leonardo da Vinci – 500 Years of Genius shows how one man’s insatiable curiosity continues to inspire generations of innovators and dreamers. Whether you’re a history lover, science enthusiast, or budding artist, this once-in-a-lifetime experience will spark your imagination and expand your view of what’s possible.
Leonardo da Vinci – 500 Years of Genius will be on view from Saturday, October 4, 2025, through Sunday, April 5, 2026, inside the Hsiao Family Special Exhibition Gallery on the first floor of the museum. Admission to Leonardo da Vinci – 500 Years of Genius is included with all museum admission tickets.
Leonardo da Vinci – 500 Years of Genius was created and produced by Grande Experiences in collaboration with Museo Leonardo da Vinci in Rome.
