West Kowloon Cultural District Authority

[ It’s Biz-Green Dress Day again! ] Continuing our unwavering dedication towards sustainability, we proudly backed the Biz-Green Dress Day for our third year in a row, rallying under the theme of “Move Forward with Green Building. Next Station: Carbon Neutrality”! Our WestK colleagues came dressed in the four main colours, each symbolising a key aspect of green building: Red for Health and Wellbeing, Yellow for Innovative Elements, Blue for Resource Efficiency, and Green for Environmental Friendliness. Biz-Green Dress Day might fall on a day in September each year, but we recognise the importance of weaving sustainability habits into our daily fabric, particularly within our workplace. A lighter dress code is only the start — paperless communication, switching off electronics not in use, and recycling where possible are all micro habits we can adopt. By incorporating environmental mindfulness in the processes we undertake at work, from park maintenance, to marketing promotions, to exhibition curation, WestK aims to bolster endeavours that moves us closer towards carbon neutrality. Let’s continue to take small actions in daily life to make big differences! Hong Kong Green Building Council (HKGBC) #WestK #Corporate #4ColourBizGreenOutfits #BizGreenDressDay2024 #HKGBW2024 #HKGBC

[ Introducing WestK — our refined brand identity ] Over the past five years, the West Kowloon Cultural District has evolved from a local cultural establishment into a world-class cultural hub that proudly presents Hong Kong in the global arena. It is a place where arts and culture go beyond museums, theatres, artefacts and performances. More importantly, it is a living, thriving destination, constantly in dialogue with its community. And now, say hello to WestK — a brand refinement that celebrates the District’s identity. The refined logo exudes crisp simplicity while making the letters “HK” from its previous design more prominent. It highlights the District’s connections to our home base — a place rooted in Hong Kong and belonging to the Hong Kong people. What’s more, accompanying this brand refinement is a new tagline, “Where Art Comes Alive”, which fully captures the essence of WestK. The tagline illustrates the vibrancy of the new branding and the endless possibilities that WestK offers. It showcases our unique positioning as an integrated cultural precinct that not only offers the best of east and west, traditional and contemporary arts and culture, but also presents a holistic experience to visitors. We envision WestK to be a place that will inspire creativity, fuel curiosity and transcend boundaries, allowing visitors to experience art in their own ways. #WestK #WestKowloonCulturalDistrict #HongKong #ArtsandCulture

[ M+ 2024–2025 Internship Recruitment – Applications are now open! ] We are delighted to announce the opening of applications for the M+ 2024-2025 Internship Programme. M+ is one of the world-class museums that calls the West Kowloon Cultural District home, and we’re seeking passionate individuals to join our M+ team. If you love arts and culture, and want to experience what it’s like to work in the museum, this is the opportunity for you. The internship period is from August 2024 to August 2025, and cover 12 positions across three departments. All positions are full-time and paid. 1. Curatorial (Hong Kong Visual Culture) 2. Curatorial (Visual Arts) 3. Digital Content 4. Learning and Interpretation (Engagement) 5. Learning and Interpretation (Interpretation) 6. Collection Registration 7. Archives & Library 8. Retail 9. Visitor Services 10. Museum Business 11. Development (Museum Development) 12. Development (Corporate Sponsorship) Interns will gain hands-on experience under the guidance of mentors, and there will be many opportunities to attend workshops, training, site visits, and more to expand their skills and network. 📅 Applications are on a rolling basis, these positions will remain posted until filled. 🔗 Seize the opportunity. Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gxQsB7zq Presenting Supporter of M+ Internship Programme: The Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation Hong Kong #WestKowloonCulturalDistrict #MPlusMuseum #Internship #SummerInternship #Intern #2024Intern #Museum #HongKongInternship #HongKong

[ Hong Kong Palace Museum recognised in the HKIS Awards 2024 ]   We are pleased to announce that the Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM) has been honoured with the Grand Award for the Construction (Building) category at the The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors Awards 2024. The awards this year pay tribute to the surveyors for substantial contributions in creating a sustainable future, and this award is a testament to HKPM’s commitment to excellence and the dedication of our surveying consultant RLB Rider Levett Bucknall Ltd. (RLB) in bringing the HKPM to life.   The HKPM is built upon a simple principle: to draw on the strengths of Hong Kong to support the Palace Museum’s aim of telling the stories of the Forbidden City. This award is a recognition of our teams’ exceptional coordination and partnership that enabled us to stay on track and deliver this unique building despite the unprecedented challenges, showcasing the pinnacle of design, technology, and construction management.    This year's HKIS Awards highlight the immense contributions of surveyors in creating a sustainable future. The accolades recognise the outstanding achievements of our development projects that prioritise sustainability and contribute to a greener and more eco-friendly environment.   Congratulations to the entire team involved in bringing the HKPM to fruition, laying the solid foundations for its continued development as a centre for East-meets-West cultural exchange.    #WestKowloonCulturalDistrict #HongKongPalaceMuseum #Surveying #HKISAwards2024

Beyond moving you across the world, we want to take your mind places — to where extraordinary art, culture, people, and creativity converge and shine together.   By bringing a world of inspiration to our home, the partnership of Cathay Pacific and the West Kowloon Cultural District is set to introduce curious minds to unseen realms of travel.   The inspiration awaits at your next destination — the new art and culture hub of the world is here.   #Cathay #MoveBeyond #WestKowloon #CathayxWKCDA #InspiringMindsToTravel  

[ Hong Kong International Cultural Summit 2024 — Speaker interview snippets ] The successful conclusion of the Hong Kong International Cultural Summit 2024 has left a lasting impact as the expertise and insights shared by over 20 esteemed speakers continue to resonate beyond the confines of the five discussions. We spoke to the speakers in between panel discussions, delving into key issues that illuminate the challenges we face in the ever-evolving landscape of the cultural industries. Have a look at these interview snippets to learn about what they shared. The playback of all discussions is now available on the Summit’s website and West Kowloon’s YouTube channel: wk.org.hk/hkicsplayback Hong Kong Palace Museum M+ #WestKowloon #HongKongInternationalCulturalSummit2024 #HongKongInternationalCulturalSummit #HKICS #ConnectingCulturesBridgingTimes #HongKongArtWeek2024 #XiquCentre #HongKongPalaceMuseum #HKPM #MPlusMuseum

[ Hong Kong International Cultural Summit 2024 culminates in a successful finale ] Themed “Connecting Cultures, Bridging Times”, the Summit was the largest international cultural conference ever staged in Hong Kong and a highlight cultural event of Hong Kong Art Week 2024. The three-day event attracted more than 2,000 delegates from around the world including nearly 40 eminent speakers and MOU signing partners who are leaders from the world’s top museums and arts and cultural institutions. Together with the related activities staged as part of the Summit, a total of over 6,000 people have participated. The Summit also attracted over 420,000 views via various livestreaming platforms globally. In the five visionary dialogues, including the Plenary Session moderated by Betty Fung, CEO of WKCDA and the four panel discussions, renowned international experts gave participants valuable insights into the global arts and cultural landscape and the challenges and opportunities the sector faces, helping to foster cultural exchange and propelling Hong Kong's own cultural development forward. The Authority extends its heartfelt gratitude to the esteemed speakers, MOU signing signatories, sponsors, and all who participated and made the Summit successful. Relive highlights from this momentous event in the video here, as we look forward to seeing you all in West Kowloon Cultural District again soon. The playback of all discussions is now available on the Summit’s website and West Kowloon’s YouTube channel: wk.org.hk/hkicsplayback M+ Hong Kong Palace Museum #WestKowloon #HongKongInternationalCulturalSummit2024 #HongKongInternationalCulturalSummit #HKICS #ConnectingCulturesBridgingTimes #HongKongArtWeek2024 #XiquCentre #HongKongPalaceMuseum #HKPM #MPlusMuseum

[ Hong Kong International Cultural Summit 2024 – 25.3 Highlights ] More than 2,000 arts and cultural visionaries and thought leaders from around the world gathered at the West Kowloon Cultural District from 24 to 26 March to attend the inaugural Hong Kong International Cultural Summit 2024. The opening and plenary session took place at Xiqu Centre on 25 March and two panel discussions themed “Promise of Digital” and “Decentring Digital” were held at M+ in the afternoon, where insights from professional perspectives were shared on opportunities and challenges faced by the arts and cultural industry around the globe. Revisit highlights of the Summit on our YouTube: wk.org.hk/hkicsplayback #WestKowloon #HongKongInternationalCulturalSummit2024 #HongKongInternationalCulturalSummit #HKICS #ConnectingCulturesBridgingTimes #HongKongArtWeek2024 #XiquCentre #MPlusMuseum

[ Memoranda of Understanding Signing Ceremony @ HKICS ] As the inaugural Hong Kong International Cultural Summit 2024 draws to a close, we look back on the signing of 21 Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) on Sunday, 24 March at the Hong Kong Palace Museum — a milestone moment for the West Kowloon Cultural District and Hong Kong, as it embarks on a global journey of dynamic new partnerships and development opportunities. The MOUs cover diverse areas of cooperation spanning co-production and touring of exhibitions, collection sharing, partnerships on conservation, digitalisation and scientific research, as well as educational and exchange programmes for art administrators and artists across HKPM, M+ and the Performing Arts Division of WKCDA. These collaborations will take global arts and cultural discourse to the next level, sparking a new era of creativity and cultural connectivity for Hong Kong. The Authority extends its heartfelt gratitude to the esteemed speakers, MOU signing signatories and guests worldwide who participated, and the sponsors and partners whose generous support made the Summit possible. #WestKowloon #HongKongInternationalCulturalSummit2024 #HongKongInternationalCulturalSummit #HKICS #ConnectingCulturesBridgingTimes #HongKongArtWeek2024 #XiquCentre #HongKongPalaceMuseum #HKPM #MPlusMuseum

[ HKICS 2024 Highlights – Panel Discussion (IV): New Ways of Collaborating and Sharing in the Post-Pandemic Era: International Perspectives ] The final panel of the Summit explored international perspectives of new ways to collaborate in the post-pandemic era. Moderated by Dr Maria Mok, Museum Director, Hong Kong Museum of Art, it featured insightful sharing from a panel made up of Dr Wang Xudong, Director, The Palace Museum, China; Laurent Salomé, Director, National Museum of the Palaces of Versailles and Trianon, France; Makoto Fujiwara, Executive Director, Tokyo National Museum, Japan; and Dr Chase F. Robinson, Director, Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art, United States. The panellists shared their expertise and collectively envisioned innovative models of collaboration and resource sharing in the post-pandemic era, closing the Summit on a high note with invaluable insights that highlighted the essential role of synergies and partnerships in driving change in the global museum sector. Hong Kong Palace Museum #WestKowloon #HongKongInternationalCulturalSummit2024 #HongKongInternationalCulturalSummit #HKICS #ConnectingCulturesBridgingTimes #HongKongArtWeek2024 #HongKongPalaceMuseum #HKPM