#1 Tai Kwun

Tai Kwun, which was once the Central Police Station, has been revitalized and opened to the public in 2018. In Tai Kwun, you could see beautiful compounds and learn about the history of the jurisdiction system and prison life.

The appearance of the blocks are well-preserved. The site is a unique mix of heritage and contemporary architecture and we could observe the hybridity in Tai Kwun.

History

Timeline

This ticket provides permission for historical event traveling.

1995 - Present

Tai Kwun

1995

The former Central Police Station, the Central Magistracy, and the Victoria Prison were listed as Declared Monuments under the Antiquities and Monuments Ordinance.

The Government of the Hong Kong SAR and The Hong Kong Jockey Club announced a not-for-profit plan to revitalize the Central Police Station compound.

2008

The Government of the Hong Kong SAR and The Hong Kong Jockey Club announced a not-for-profit plan to revitalize the Central Police Station compound.

Tai Kwun — Centre for Heritage and Arts opened to the public in phases.

2018

What to do?

@ Tai Kwun

01.

Visit the Art Gallery in the Tai Kwun Contemporary

02.

Heritage Storytelling Spaces - Life in Victoria Prison, Evolution of Central Magistracy, etc.

03.

Take photos of architecture - Police Headquarters Block, JC Cube, etc.

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#1 Tai Kwun

The former Central Police Station, the Central Magistracy, and the Victoria Prison were listed as Declared Monuments under the Antiquities and Monuments Ordinance.

The Government of the Hong Kong SAR and The Hong Kong Jockey Club announced a not-for-profit plan to revitalize the Central Police Station compound.

The Government of the Hong Kong SAR and The Hong Kong Jockey Club announced a not-for-profit plan to revitalize the Central Police Station compound.

Tai Kwun — Centre for Heritage and Arts opened to the public in phases.

What to do?

@ Tai Kwun

After visiting the 8 heritage-telling spaces, heritage gallery, and Tai Kwun Contemporary, finish a quiz about the fun facts included in the exhibition and share your opinion about the impact of the revitalization of Tai Kwun.

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