Published: March 30, 2026
Michelangelo’s Masterpieces Reimagined in Fort Lauderdale
Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition® has arrived at Galleria Fort Lauderdale, bringing one of the world’s most celebrated artistic achievements into an unexpected setting: the shopping mall. This touring show, which has drawn millions globally, features life-size reproductions of Michelangelo’s famed frescoes, inviting visitors to experience the Vatican’s masterpieces up close – without ever leaving South Florida. The exhibition is open through Sunday, June 14.
“Galleria Fort Lauderdale is excited to bring this globally recognized exhibition to South Florida for residents and visitors to enjoy in tandem with great shopping and dining,” Tatiana Juarez, regional marketing director at Galleria Fort Lauderdale, stated in a press release. “This educational, entertaining and immersive experience reaffirms the property’s long history of celebrating art and culture.”
The exhibition reimagines all 34 of Michelangelo’s ceiling and altar masterpieces using high-resolution imagery and advanced printing techniques, from The Creation of Adam to The Last Judgment. The reproductions are so detailed that visitors can pick out individual brushstrokes – an experience that’s typically impossible amid the crowds and restrictions of the Vatican itself, not to mention a trip to Rome.
The exhibition has earned high praise for its accessible approach to art appreciation, enabling visitors to see every detail, brushstroke, and color of the frescoes at their own pace, with informative signage and audio guides enhancing the experience.
In announcing the exhibit, Martin Biallas, CEO of SEE® Global Entertainment, the producer of the exhibition said,
“We are thrilled to bring this immersive experience to Fort Lauderdale. Whether you’re an art lover, history enthusiast, or someone encountering this masterpiece for the first time, this exhibition allows you to experience Michelangelo’s genius in an intimate and unforgettable way.”
Information for this article was provided in a press release from the organization.
If You Go
Where: Galleria Fort Lauderdale, 414 E. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
When: Through Sunday, June 14, 2026
Hours: Open Wednesday to Sunday
• Wednesday–Saturday: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. (7 p.m. last entry)
• Sunday: Noon – 6 p.m.(5 p.m. last entry)
Tickets are available at http://www.SistineChapelExhibit.com/FLL. The exhibition will run for a limited time. General Admission tickets start at $28, with discounted admission for seniors, military, students, and children. VIP Tickets include any time entry and a souvenir guidebook.
