“Chinese Export Art”
Short Course 2026
Application period : 2 May to 15 July 2026
(extended to 31 July 2026)
The application results will be announced to participants in late August
Enquiry: please send email to: course@hkmaritimemuseum.org
*Participants are responsible for their own accommodation. A list of nearby hotels will be provided for reference.
Date
14-17.10. 2026
Venue
Hong Kong SAR, Macao SAR and Guangzhou
Fee
HKD $3,600
The fee includes lecture costs, local and intercity transportation, and several group meals.
Organiser
Hong Kong Maritime Museum
Sponsors
Principal Sponsor
Course Introduction
The Hong Kong Maritime Museum will organise the “Chinese Export” Art Short Course 2026 from 14 to 17 October 2026, after the 2026 International Symposium on "Chinese Export Art" : Trade in Asian Waters. The short course is designed for individuals with an interest in "Chinese Export Art". It will include visits to major museums and archives in Hong Kong SAR, Macao SAR and Guangzhou, offering students and early-career scholars the opportunity to engage closely with relevant collections and to further deepen their understanding of "Chinese Export Art".
Through a combination of expert-led lectures, hands-on artifact study, and immersive field trips, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the historical, artistic, and cultural dimensions of “Chinese Export (China Trade) art”. The course fosters cross-disciplinary learning and international dialogue, aiming to elevate both academic inquiry and public appreciation of this rich artistic tradition.
Course Highlight
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The course is led by leading local and international experts in “Chinese Export Art”, with both group-based discussion and individual mentoring provided.
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The course covers academic research, museum object handling, and archival management, helping participants develop both foundational and advanced skills.
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Lectures are delivered by museum professionals, scholars, and archival specialists, providing diverse perspectives and learning approaches.
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Participants will undertake field visits to museums, archives and other important cultural institutions in Hong Kong SAR, Macao SAR, and Guangzhou, gaining first-hand experience of the tangible and intangible cultural heritage of the Greater Bay Area.
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Participants will have direct access to museum collections and archival materials, enhancing their analytical and curatorial capabilities.
Course Learning Outcome
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Nurture and inspire public interest in “Chinese Export Art”;
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Enhance participants’ knowledge of “Chinese Export Art” research in a global context;
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Broaden and refresh participants’ approaches to the study of “Chinese Export Art”;
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Expand participants’ horizon and professional networks by connecting them with scholars, independent researchers, museum and gallery professionals and lovers in the fields of “Chinese Export Art”, archival management, and museum studies in Hong Kong, Asia, and beyond;
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Acquire skills in art collection management, undertaking research, exhibition curatorial, and spearheading learning programmes in museums, galleries, and other cultural venues.
Course Structure (Tentative)
Day 1 (14 Oct)
Hong Kong
AM
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Orientation Lecture：Hong Kong Maritime Museum
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Lunch
PM
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Exhibition Visit：Hong Kong Museum of Art
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Dinner
(Overnight stay in Hong Kong is recommended)
Day 2 (15 Oct)
Macao
AM
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Travel from Hong Kong to Macao
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Visit to the Ruins of St. Paul’s and related heritage sites
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Museum of Sacred Art and Crypt
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Ruins of St. Paul’s Complex
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Lunch
PM
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Visit the Export Porcelain Collection at City University of Macau
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Travel to Guangzhou; free activity in the evening
(Overnight stay in Guangzhou is recommended)
Day 3 (16 Oct)
Guangzhou
AM
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Lecture at Guangdong Museum: "Exploring Curatorial Approaches to Export Art of the Qing Dynasty"
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Lunch
PM
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Visit the Guangdong Museum
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Dinner
(Overnight stay in Guangzhou is recommended)
Day 4 (17 Oct)
Guangzhou
AM
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Lecture at Guangzhou Museum: "From Canton to the World: Guangcai Procelain - Historical Research and Craftsmanship"
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Lunch
PM
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Visit the Guangzhou Museum
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Closing Ceremony and Certificate Presentation
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Dinner
** English and Mandarin are the medium of instruction for this short course, this course will not provide simultaneous interpretation.
*** A certificate issued by HKMM in conjunction with a relevant academic institution will be presented to all participants who have completed the programme with satisfactory performance. A certificate presentation ceremony will be held on the last day of the course.
Our Tutors (Partial List)
Course Requirement
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Language proficiency in both English and Mandarin;
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Applicants are required to submit a 350-word English introduction stating your professional or academic experience related to Chinese export art;
Application Period and Fee
Application period : 2 May to 31 July 2026 (extended)
(The application results will be announced to participants in late August)
Fee：HKD $3,600
The fee includes lecture costs, local and intercity transportation, and several group meals.
*Participants are responsible for their own accommodation. A list of nearby hotels will be provided for reference.