Chinese Export Art Short Course 2026 Gathers Academics and Museum Experts for a Shared Exploration
The four-day multi-city experience concluded after drawing a diverse art community to Hong Kong, Macao, and Guangzhou for a deep dive into Chinese export art. - From 14 to 17 October 2026, the Chinese Export Art Short Course 2026, organised by the Hong Kong Maritime Museum (HKMM) and sponsored by the Susan Chen Foundation, was successfully held across Hong Kong, Macao and Guangzhou. Through four intensive days of lectures, object-based learning, exhibition tours, heritage vis
Sea Stars: Slow Movers, Surprising Predators
By Gomen See, Marine Science Team of HKMM Sea stars are echinoderms, a group of marine invertebrates found in a wide range of habitats, including intertidal zones, coral reefs, and sandy seabeds. They typically have five arms, although some species possess eight or even more arms. When people think of predators, they often imagine fast hunters such as sharks or orcas. Sea stars, with their slow movements and seemingly gentle appearance, rarely come to mind. Yet many sea stars
The Forgotten Tales of the Chinese White Dolphins
By Dr. Connie, Marine Science Team of HKMM Cultural Significance — Our Auspicious Mascot Chinese White Dolphin, with its joyful elegance and friendly nature, is regarded as a blessing from the sea and a symbol of good fortune. It was chosen as the mascot for Hong Kong’s handover, representing prosperity and happiness. More recently, it became the focus again at the 15th National Games, appearing as the mascots “Xiyangyang” and “Lerongrong,” conveying the message of harmony be