Hong Kong Palace Museum

The Hong Kong Palace Museum showcases precious collections from the Palace Museum and selected works from other world-renowned institutions through innovative curation. Opened in 2022, the museum is a leading institution for the study and appreciation of Chinese art and culture, as well as for promoting dialogue among world civilizations. It was established through a collaboration between the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority and the Palace Museum. The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust donated HKD 3.5 billion for the museum's establishment and funded part of its annual exhibitions and educational programs from 2023 to 2032.

Through research, exhibitions, publications, and educational and professional exchange programs, the museum builds international partnerships and positions Hong Kong as a global hub for art and culture. As a valuable resource for the local community, the museum inspires community engagement, fosters dialogue, and promotes creativity and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Thematic exhibition

Exhibition hall 1: The Forbidden City views the world - cultural exchange and mutual learning between China and foreign countries

The exhibition places the Forbidden City and Chinese history within a global perspective, showcasing the diverse exchanges in diplomacy, trade, technology, thought, and craftsmanship during the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. It weaves a grand narrative of cultural mutual learning between China and the world. Featuring primarily collections from the Palace Museum, the exhibition includes over 150 artifacts from China, other parts of Asia, and even Europe. It not only highlights the profound heritage of Chinese art and culture but also demonstrates the inclusive cultural essence of the Forbidden City and the significant contributions of Chinese civilization to the world. This exhibition is jointly presented by the Hong Kong Palace Museum and the Palace Museum, reflecting the Hong Kong Palace Museum's mission to promote the inheritance and innovation of China's outstanding traditional culture and to foster dialogue between Chinese and foreign civilizations.

Gallery 2: "The four seasons in the Qing court—Life and culture in the imperial palace" (opens on November 4)

The exhibition brings together 191 precious artifacts, guiding visitors through the annual life trajectory of emperors during the Qing dynasty (1644–1911) to glimpse important activities in the imperial court. It showcases how Qing rulers followed the natural order and seasonal rhythms to engage in various activities, presenting the vibrant court life and culture. Visitors are invited to experience imperial life across spring, summer, autumn, and winter, covering agriculture, diplomacy, religion, hunting, and seasonal rituals.

Gallery 3: "Resplendent colors through the ages - selected Ming dynasty ceramics from the Palace Museum collection"

The Palace Museum's collection of Chinese ceramics from various dynasties primarily inherits the imperial collections of the Ming and Qing dynasties, renowned for their large quantity, exquisite quality, and diverse categories. This exhibition showcases a selection of representative Ming dynasty ceramic treasures from the Palace Museum, demonstrating the developmental evolution and outstanding achievements of ceramic craftsmanship during the early, middle, and late Ming periods.

Gallery 4: Special exhibition "Celestial steed soaring through the clouds - treasured paintings from the Palace Museum collection"

March 20, 2026 to March 17, 2027

Coinciding with the 2026 year of the fire horse in the Chinese zodiac, the "Celestial steed soaring through the clouds" exhibition adopts a curatorial approach centered on dialogues between court and literati paintings, tradition and modernity, as well as Eastern and Western art, showcasing nearly 100 masterpieces featuring horses by 60 renowned artists from the Yuan dynasty to the modern era.

Hall 5: "Qing court craftsmanship and contemporary design"

"Qing court craftsmanship and contemporary design" focuses on the Qing dynasty's "Workshops of the Imperial Household," specialized institutions responsible for producing and repairing imperial utensils and decorative objects. The exhibition showcases nearly 200 precious artifacts, highlighting the crucial role of these workshops in the design, production, management, and display of various imperial items. It also invites Hong Kong designers and artists to participate in the exhibition design and curation process, bridging ancient and modern design and craftsmanship through a contemporary lens. The exhibition is jointly presented by the museum and the Palace Museum.

Gallery 6: Special exhibition "Delighted by the encounter - Wong Kwan-shum's calligraphy, painting connoisseurship and art"

Organized by the Hong Kong Palace Museum, this is a large-scale exhibition showcasing the creative journey of Mr. Wong Kwan-shum, a renowned Hong Kong calligrapher, painter and connoisseur. The exhibits comprise over 60 important works recently donated to the museum by Mrs. Wong Pong Chi-ying, the wife of Mr. Wong Kwan-shum. The exhibition not only presents Mr. Wong's major artistic styles and achievements, but also outlines the close connection between his research in connoisseurship and artistic creation. As the museum's fourth exhibition themed on donated collections, it marks the increasingly rich and comprehensive development of the museum's holdings.

Gallery 7: "The Hong Kong Jockey Club presents series: A day in the city - an experiment in observing things across time and space"

"A day in the city" exhibition brings together nine cross-disciplinary local artists, both established and emerging, creating a fascinating dialogue space between the magnificent Forbidden City and the bustling metropolis of Hong Kong. The exhibition connects traditional Chinese culture with contemporary art, guiding audiences through time and space to explore how ancient wisdom inspires modern daily life. Through experimental artistic approaches, it examines how traditional culture can be revitalized in an urban setting.