Hong Kong Museum of Art, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Museum of Art, Hong Kong

The Hong Kong Museum of Art, situated on Salisbury Road, stands as the premier art museum in Hong Kong. It boasts an extensive collection of over 17,000 art pieces, solidifying its position as a leading institution in the realm of art within the city. Additionally, the museum has a branch known as the Flagstaff House Museum of Tea Ware, located in Central Hong Kong Park.

The museum was established as the City Museum and Art Gallery in the City Hall in Central on March 1962. The new premises were officially inaugurated by Governor Chris Patten on September 11, 1992. In 2015, the museum temporarily closed its doors to undergo an expansion and renovation project. The revitalized museum was unveiled to the public on November 30, 2019.

The museum regularly refreshes its displays, showcasing a diverse array of artworks. Its exhibitions predominantly feature paintings, calligraphy, and sculptures from Hong Kong, China, and various other regions across the globe.

A noteworthy exhibition, "Hong Kong Art Today," took place from May 25 to July 4, 1962. This exhibition marked a significant milestone as it was the first to focus exclusively on Hong Kong art. It also reflected the shift in artistic preferences at the time, highlighting the waning popularity of naturalism and the increasing favor for abstract art.

Since 1975, the museum has been hosting the Hong Kong Art Biennial Exhibition, which showcases the works of contemporary Hong Kong artists. In 2009, the exhibition was renamed the Hong Kong Contemporary Art Biennial Awards.

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Sight Name: Hong Kong Museum of Art
Sight Location: Hong Kong, Hong Kong (See walking tours in Hong Kong)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery

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