The Hong Kong Jockey Club

Members-only Tai Kwun Architectural Heritage Tour & DIY Workshop for Families

Discover Tai Kwun’s rich architectural heritage with a family-friendly, member-exclusive guided tour and hands-on Baluster DIY Workshop. Learn about the different original structures and elements from the historic site – from Chinese pan-and-roll tile roofs to European cantilevered staircases – telling stories of diverse architectural traditions, innovative craftsmanship, and the technological and cultural legacies of this heritage complex.
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Event Information
date
11 August (Sunday), 2024 - 10 November (Sunday), 2024
time
Session 1: 10:30am - 12:30pm ; Session 2: 2:30pm - 4:30pm
location
Others
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The balustrades along the verandas of Tai Kwun’s Barrack Block have been an iconic and essential part of the historic building since its completion in 1864. With this heritage DIY workshop, everyone from the family can unleash their creativity and make, decorate and bring home their very own mini baluster that can also be used as a candleholder. Apart from this hands-on experience, this part of the event also includes a tour to lend context of how the balustrades were originally constructed and later restored, highlighting the materials used, and their craftsmanship and design.
Member-exclusive: Tai Kwun Architectural Heritage Tour and DIY Workshop for Families


Date:

  • 11 August, 8 September, 13 October and 10 November (Sundays)

Time:

  • Session 1: 10:30am - 12:30pm
  • Session 2: 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Venue:

  • Ideas Studio, LG2/F, Block 01, Tai Kwun (Map)

Language:

  • Cantonese

Capacity:

  • 12 pairs of adults and children per session (Children should be aged 5+)*

Admission:

  • $380 per pair (Including workshop and tour fee for one adult and one child per session)

Enrolment:

  • Enrol via Members’ Mobile App

*This artist-led programme welcomes any child aged five or older to participate, accompanied by a parent/guardian. The tour involves staircase walks. Members should consider their physical suitability before enrolling.

*Quota applies on a first-come-first-served basis.