Louvre Announces $800M Renovation, Including New Home for Mona Lisa

The decade-long 'New Renaissance' project will modernize the museum with expanded visitor capacity and a dedicated Mona Lisa exhibition space.

The Louvre in Paris has unveiled plans for its largest renovation in 35 years, called the 'New Renaissance' project, expected to conclude in 2031.
The project includes a dedicated underground exhibition space for the Mona Lisa, aimed at improving crowd management and visitor experience.
A second grand entrance will be added to the museum's eastern facade to accommodate a projected 13 million annual visitors, up from the current 8.7 million.
The €800 million renovation will address structural issues, including leaks and temperature control, and will be primarily funded through private donations and increased ticket prices for non-EU visitors starting in 2026.
French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized the cultural and diplomatic significance of the project, framing it as a long-term investment in French soft power.