Frequently Asked Questions

The Leonardo da Vinci Museum of North America is an expansive science and art focused museum to explore the genius of Leonardo da Vinci’s contributions to our world. It is not meant as a history museum solely focused on the man himself.

This is a wonderful display of Da Vinci’s inventions in Prato. See more at their home museum in Florence – “Museo Leonardo da Vinci” – Via del Castellaccio, 1r, Firenze, Italy.

Update: On February 20, the Colorado Economic Development Commission (EDC) approved our bid to lease the space.

Our museum location will be at 310 Central Main Street Pueblo, CO, United States, Colorado 81003 next to the Pueblo Convention Center and Historic Arkansas Riverwalk. This 18,000+ sq ft space will include exhibits, a gift shop and outdoor Cafe Leonardo. Future expansion will include the restored Centennial planetarium.

The Sangre de Cristo Arts Center displayed an exhibit of Leonardo da Vinci’s models. After the exhibit ended, we kept the models in Pueblo and loaned them out to exhibits nationwide. The increasing interest in these exhibits and the support from Pueblo made it the perfect spot to open the first Leonardo da Vinci Museum in North America. Plus, the area’s connection to steelmaking and manufacturing makes it an ideal place to celebrate Leonardo da Vinci’s genius and inspire future generations to explore STEAM fields.

With a space now secured, we will begin renovation on the interior for exhibitions. We are hoping to launch by late fall 2025.

  1. Donations are always welcome to help support the museum opening and programming. Alternatively, you can send a check to 310 Central Main Street, Pueblo, CO 81003. All donations are tax deductible.
  2. Help spread the word and follow @davincimuseumna on your social platforms!
  3. Join us for our opening celebrations, more info to follow
  4. Reach out to support at info@davincisteam.org

Yes. Our board and team are made up of local business owners, artists, current museum board members, educators, STEM professionals, and consultants who are active in local marketing and have experience with other museums in Pueblo. The organization is a local nonprofit and the Artisans of Florence have established a Colorado based company.

The Artisans of Florence design, develop and deliver award-winning, interactive, science and historical exhibitions to museums, science centers, art galleries and private institutions worldwide. In partnership with the Museum of Leonardo da Vinci (Florence, Italy) they have developed a series of blockbuster exhibitions to suit venues of all sizes and audiences. These are shared worldwide in temporary touring exhibitions at local museums.

Keep an eye out as we release job opportunities. These will include roles in museum administration and design, marketing, education with a focus on science, match, technology and engineering, museum development, docents and more! Send us your interest and a resume to info@davincisteam.org

  • First of its kind destination in Colorado & North America!
  • Tax revenue & job creation
  • Increase out of state tourists
  • International recognition, collaboration & innovation
  • Inspire learning, access & interest in “STEAM”
  • Tourism: local, regional, national & international
  • Educational partnerships: local and internal students
  • Partner opportunities with the regional events
  • Open 7 Days a week = more Riverwalk visits
  • Boost attendance at local events such as the Pueblo Chile Fest and those held at the Convention Center

Conducted by The Thomas V. Healy Center for Business and Economic Research at the Hasan School of Business at Colorado State University-Pueblo

Report Prepared by: Michael Wakefield, Ph.D.
Numbers were derived based on attendance rates at similar museums in the region, as well as rates at the other Leonardo da Vinci Museums around the world.

  • Worst case: an additional 17.52 jobs & economic output of $1.4 million in the first year.
  • Most Likely Case: an additional 18.26 jobs projected output of $1.7 million dollars in first year.
  • Best Case Scenario: an additional 19 jobs and economic output of $1,824,288.87 in first year.
  • Most Likely Case: projected output of $2,286,984.21 annually after 5 years.
  • Local, regional, state, national & international support
  • Destination Management Organizations (DMOs)
  • City and County Government
  • Regional partners
  • Public officials & local leaders
  • Colorado & International Universities
  • Educational institutions: All levels
  • Foundations, sponsors & donors
  • Business & Industry
  • Colorado State Fair to boost agriculture programs
  • Individuals, students, parents & families
  • Other museums & cultural attractions
Have more questions? Let us know at info@leonardomuseumna.org.

Support the museum

Your contribution makes a difference and 
allows us to bring this vision to life in Pueblo!
DONATE
©2025 Southern Colorado Science Center.  All Rights Reserved. Accessibility | Privacy