Opening Programme of the New Premises of Hong Kong Arts Development Council

Hong Kong Arts Development Council's ( HKADC ) new premises, located at the upper ground floor and 5th to 7th floors, 39 Yip Kan Street, Wong Chuk Hang, officially opened in July 2023. Facilities including arts studios, a multi-purpose arts space "SHOWCASE", an arts information centre, and the permanent administration office of HKADC, gradually go into operation this year. HKADC is delighted to celebrate the official opening of the new premises with a series of exciting arts programmes from July 2023 to early 2024, including exhibitions, performances, workshops, docent tours, and various art activities, held within the new venue and the surrounding Wong Chuk Hang district, marking the beginning of a new chapter for Hong Kong arts.

Leveraging the rich artistic spaces and facilities within the new premises, the programmes aims to showcase the creativity and talent of local artists. Through interactive, educational, and innovative arts and cultural activities, the programmes seeks to foster connections among individuals from all walks of life. All are welcome to join our celebration, discover the richness of Hong Kong's art scene while exploring the new site together.

Established in 1995, the Hong Kong Arts Development Council ( HKADC ) is a statutory body set up by the Government to support the broad development of the arts in Hong Kong. Its major roles include grant allocation, policy and planning, advocacy, promotion and development, and programme planning.

The mission of HKADC is to plan, promote and support the broad development of the arts including literary arts, performing arts, visual arts as well as film and media arts in Hong Kong. Aiming to foster a thriving arts environment and enhancing the quality of life of the public, HKADC is also committed to facilitating community-wide participation in the arts and arts education, encouraging arts criticism, raising the standard of arts administration and strengthening the work on policy research.

Source: Hong Kong Arts Development Council