Art Event

The setting of Hong Kong Harbour, with its bustle of ships and ferries, is so apt for a museum devoted to the maritime history and trade of the Pearl River Delta. China`s maritime heritage, the Canton Trade, the Pirate Coast, Hong Kong`s harbour, the evolution of China`s sea routes, relations with foreign powers, maritime communications, charting, navigation and pilotage, sounds of the sea, shipping today, port development and safety at sea and Chinese marine art – all feature in the Hong Kong Maritime Museum`s galleries.

In addition to documenting the past in terms of how China, Asia and the West have developed boats, ships, maritime exploration, trade and naval warfare, the Museum also covers the present by explaining global trends and the importance of shipping to Hong Kong`s economy. Visitors of all ages and nationalities can find something that interests them, learn new facts and enjoy the interactive displays. 

GUIDED TOURS AROUND THE MUSEUM IN 45 MINUTES

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17th May 2014 (Saturday)
11:00-11:45 (In English)
14:30-15:15 (In Cantonese)
16:00-16:45 (In Cantonese)
17:30-18:15 (In Cantonese)

18th May 2014 (Sunday)
11:00-11:45(In Cantonese)
14:30-15:15(In Cantonese)
17:30-18:15(In Cantonese)

Joins our tours on IMD day! You can find out about the fascinating maritime history of Hong Kong and see the whole museum in 45 minutes.

GUIDED TOURS: MAPPING MING CHINA'S MARITIME WORLD – THE SELDEN MAP AND OTHER TREASURES FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD

17th May 2014 (Saturday)
12:00-12:20 (In English)
14:00-14:20 (In Cantonese)
15:30-15:50 (In Cantonese)
17:00-17:20 (In Cantonese)

18th May 2014 (Sunday)
12:00-12:20 (In Cantonese)
14:00-14:20 (In Cantonese)
15:30-15:50 (In Cantonese)
17:00-17:20 (In Cantonese)

Find out more about maps in the 17th century by joining our informative tours given by our experience staff.

THEMED TOUR: SEA BANDITS IN THE SOUTH CHINA SEA (In Cantonese)

18th May 2014 (Sunday)
11:30-12:30
 
Join our tour to learn more about sea bandits in South China Sea. This is a collaboration between Hong Kong Maritime Museum and History Society of Hong Kong. Booking is required. Please reserve a seat in advance through the Facebook page of History Society of Hong Kong.

MUSEUM ENCOUNTERS

Join our tour to learn more about amazing maritime history in Ming and Ching dynasty. This is a collaboration between Hong Kong Maritime Museum and History Society of Hong Kong. Booking is required. Please reserve a seat in advance through the Facebook page of History Society of Hong Kong.

FAMILY CORNER
17th May 2014 (Saturday) and 18th May 2014 (Sunday)
14:00-18:00

The entire family can relax at the cozy spot overlooking Victoria Harbour. Children and adults can have fun together playing with toys and reading story books about the sea.

MUSEUM ENCOUNTERS
17th May 2014 (Saturday) and 18th May 2014 (Sunday)
14:00-18:00

You never know who will be waiting to meet you in the Hong Kong Maritime Museum! Come along to meet special characters in the galleries and learn more about their lives and times.

SHOPPING AND DINING OFFERS
10% discount in shop and café on the IMD days.