Hong Kong's vibrant art scene is set to flourish this May with a diverse range of exhibitions, offering art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in both classical masterpieces and contemporary creations.
"Meet Mona Lisa & Portraying the Renaissance" at the HK Heritage Museum
Opening May 1, this free exhibition at the Hong Kong Heritage Museum, a highlight of the 2026 French May Arts Festival, offers a groundbreaking exploration of Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa. Through immersive digital technology and Renaissance artefacts (including Da Vinci's "Atlantic Codex"), visitors can experience the iconic masterpiece in a completely new way.
- Dates: May 1, 2026 – July 27, 2026
- Venue: Hong Kong Heritage Museum
- Admission: Free
"Blooming: The Art of Gardens in East and West" at the Hong Kong Museum of Art
This exhibition brings together over one hundred paintings and artefacts from renowned institutions worldwide, including the Palace Museum in Beijing and the Palace of Versailles. "Blooming: The Art of Gardens in East and West" explores the beauty and cultural significance of gardens through masterpieces by both Eastern and Western artists, such as Claude Monet and Wen Zhengming.
- Dates: Until July 29, 2026
- Venue: Hong Kong Museum of Art
- Admission: Free
Les Lalanne: A Living Landscape at Ben Brown Fine Arts
Ben Brown Fine Arts presents a major solo exhibition dedicated to the renowned French artist duo Les Lalanne. This exhibition showcases their whimsical, subversive creations that blur the lines between sculpture and furniture, inviting visitors to interact with art in a playful, engaging way. Highlights include the "Hippopotame Bar" and the "Sauterelle Bar," as well as a collection of sheep sculptures.
- Dates: Until June 13, 2026
- Venue: Ben Brown Fine Arts, Wong Chuk Hang
- Admission: Free
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