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Nestled in the heart of Central, PMQ has become a vibrant hub for creativity, attracting locals and visitors with its eclectic mix of arts, design and cultural events. Its historic corridors and leafy courtyards come alive with new exhibitions, guest workshops and interactive installations that showcase the city’s imagination at its best.
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One of this season’s highlights is the exhibition “Through Time – Print Art in Aberdeen Street.” Running until August 31, this thoughtfully curated show guides visitors on a historical journey, tracing the evolution of Chinese movable type and Hong Kong’s type-casting industry, culminating in contemporary reinterpretations by a new generation of artists.
It is a celebration of tradition, craftsmanship and creative innovation, beautifully staged where history and the future blend seamlessly.
For families and hands-on art enthusiasts, PMQ’s summer workshops continue to draw eager crowds.
The “Creative Power Plant” festival concludes on Sunday, offering playful interactions and inventive games designed to inspire young minds and promote sustainability.
Other ongoing activities include hand-building pottery and immersive postcard-making, ideal for anyone seeking hands-on creativity in a friendly environment.
The “Hong Kong Style Boarding Pass Postcard and Stamp Experience Interactive Activity” continues to attract visitors. It is, until the end of the month, inviting participants to design and send customized postcards inspired by local culture, a charming mix of nostalgia and art.
However, PMQ itself is a story worth exploring. Once the historic Police Married Quarters, the site was transformed into a creative landmark in 2014, maintaining its Bauhaus architecture while adding a lively array of studios, boutiques, and eateries.
Over 100 local designers, artists and artisans now occupy its spaces, sharing their craft from handmade jewelry and fashion to gourmet treats and homeware.
Its open studios encourage conversations directly with creators, fostering a spirit of collaboration and discovery that’s rare in Hong Kong’s fast-paced urban landscape.
More than just an exhibition space, PMQ is a hub for sustainable design and artistic exchange, fostering innovative ideas and emerging talent while celebrating the city’s rich cultural heritage.
Whether you visit for the art, the workshops, or the vibrant atmosphere radiating from its historic walls, PMQ provides a summer finale full of inspiration and discovery.
Bernard Charnwut Chan is chairman of Tai Kwun Culture & Arts Co Ltd
