PMQ Relives Fond Memories of Old Times with "OLD TOWN WALKABOUT" Interactive Exhibition

In this exhibition, PMQ aims at highlighting not only its historical value as the Former Hollywood Road Police Married Quarters, but also its connection with the entire community. From the Central School to the Police Married Quarters and to today, the landmark of the creative industry, the site has been an active player in the neighbouring community. By showcasing the daily lives of yesterdays in this interactive exhibition, visitors can get a glimpse of the history and livelihood of the community in the old days.  

Traditional Barber Stall

Tri-coloured barber poles, silver stainless steel scissors, high-back leather barber chair, etc., all of these were once the symbols of traditional hair salons. These traditional barber stalls are progressively replaced by modern hair salons and are no longer a familiar sight in Central. This exhibition brings the traditional barber stall back to life and allows visitors to step back into the decade.

Lion Dance Parade

Lion dance, as a traditional performance, played a crucial role in the lives of old Hong Kong. In Asian culture, lion dance symbolises good luck and fortune, therefore it can be seen alongside the thunderous sound of firecrackers in various festive celebrations. Visitors are invited to experience the festive atmosphere by mimicking the lion dance and big Buddha using the props.

Time Warp Trick Art Installation

Take a peek at the old street scene with Time Warp. The installation makes use of trick art technique to mimic the street scenes viewing from a balcony of the former Police Married Quarters, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in nostalgic scenes of old Central and Sheung Wan. It will be available from mid-February on Ground Floor of PMQ, a not-to-be-missed for photo-op lovers!

Nostalgic Paper Dolls Souvenir 

The standard of living during the early days were quite far off from today's. Quintessentially, paper toys were common favourite pastime for kids in ordinary families and up to date, it remains as one of the most time-honoured toys in Hong Kong's history. These nostalgic paper dolls souvenir has three different costumes reflecting the different roles of the site of nowadays PMQ throughout various eras in Hong Kong's history.   

Exhibition Details

Opens from now until 31 March 2018, 7am - 11pm daily at PMQ

• Traditional Barber Stall: Verandah outside S506
• Lion Dance Parade: Verandah outside H502
• Time Warp trick art installation will be available from mid-February on Ground Floor of PMQ

Free admission

Souvenir Redemption Details

From mid-February onwards, overseas visitors visiting PMQ can redeem a set of paper doll souvenir by presenting valid travel document at PMQ Info Centre (SG01). In addition, by taking photos at the Traditional Barber Stall and Lion Dance Parade exhibition booths and sharing the photos on any social media platform with hashtag #OldTownWalkabout, overseas visitors can redeem two additional nostalgic paper costumes at Heritage PMQ (S508) and Taste Library (H504) respectively to fully appreciate this classic toy. The souvenirs are limited and available on a first-come-first-served basis while stock lasts.

About PMQ

Located in the prime location of SoHo in Hong Kong, PMQ is the landmark of creative industries in Asia's World City. PMQ was transformed into a creative hub in 2014 filled with over 100 Hong Kong Designers showcasing workshops and outlets featuring lifestyle, fashion and accessories, architecture, product design, furniture and a wide range of other designer goods. It is also the hottest venue in town for international arts and cultural events from Hong Kong and all around the world.

SOURCE PMQ Hong Kong