Lingnan traditional architecture is an integral part of the cultural legacy of the Greater Bay Area, while the unique craftsmanship and techniques applied manifest the diverse yet unified nature of Chinese culture. A thematic exhibition entitled “Under the Same Roof: Origin and Art of Lingnan Traditional Architecture” is currently staged at the Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre (HDC) of the Antiquities and Monuments Office for enhancing public’s interest in and awareness towards the Lingnan traditional architecture. To celebrate the upcoming Chinese Lantern Festival, a fun day featuring Lingnan traditional architecture will be held. While HDC will be decorated with a bunch of lanterns, participants are most welcome to take part in the games, indulge themselves in this festive ambience and learn more about the unique Lingnan architectural features.
Date: 17 February 2024 (Saturday)
Time: 2:00 – 5:30pm
Venue: Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre, Haiphong Road, Kowloon Park, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
Activities include:
1. “Chinese Palace Lantern Making” Workshop
Participants are invited to decorate the Chinese Palace Lantern by applying papers with images of various Lingnan traditional architectures in Hong Kong and auspicious patterns. By assembling the lantern and placing a small light bulb in it, every participant can bring an exclusive work of a self-made lantern home!
Prior on-site registration is required. Details are as below:
| Time: | 2:00 pm (Session 1) 3:15 pm (Session 2) 4:30 pm (Session 3) About 1 hour for each session |
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| Quota: | 24 persons per session |
| Registration: | Quota tags will be distributed at the Registration Counter 30 minutes before each session starts. Each person will be given one quota tag; first-come, first-served. Children under the age of 6 must be accompanied by parent to join the workshop. |
2. “Auspicious Motifs and Pictures Hunt”
Special gifts are ready for participants who can get all the answers on questions related to auspicious motifs and pictures. Clues for the answers can be found in the exhibition galleries in HDC.
3. “Check-in Spot for Mini Shrine”
A golden chance is giving for participants to take a fine picture of the three-dimensional printed model and the top-notch Panyu Shrine. It’s definitely worthwhile to check in on social media, don’t miss it!
4. “Lantern Riddles”
Lantern and lantern riddles are definitely essential elements of Lantern Festival; riddle game is ready for participants who love problem-solving and tackling fun challenges.
5. “Colour the Lingnan traditional architecture”
Unleashing the power of creativity, colouring sheets featuring Lingnan traditional architecture are produced for participants.
Free admission; Apart from “Chinese Palace Lantern Making” Workshop, no prior registration is required. The event must bring you a delightful experience!