Dr Sun Yat-sen Museum to hold fun day this Sunday

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     The Dr Sun Yat-sen Museum will hold a fun day this Sunday (November 11). Offering a wide array of activities, the event aims to commemorate Dr Sun Yat-sen's birth as well as to enhance public understanding of this great historical figure and the history of the early Republic period. Members of the public are invited to participate and admission is free.
      
     Various programmes are lined up for public enjoyment including "Mark of the Orders: Henna Body Painting", "Famous Quotes: The Making of Small Candle Holder" and the "Music Atlas of Hong Kong" Concert Series by the Windpipe Chinese Music Ensemble. Queen's College has been invited to provide virtual reality games and to present the mini exhibition "Virtual Reality: Dr Sun Yat-sen and Central School", allowing visitors to learn more about Dr Sun's school life in Hong Kong.
      
     In addition, a cultural tour entitled "In-depth Tour: Learn all about Dr Sun Yat-sen Historical Trail" will be held. Advance registration is required as places are limited. If the number of applicants exceeds the quota, places will be allocated by ballot.
      
     Visitors can also take the opportunity to visit the museum's permanent exhibition and the special exhibition "The Beiyang Warlords: War and Politics". Exhibits include precious historical artefacts, historical documents and a wide range of audiovisual programmes, enabling visitors to learn more about the life and career of Dr Sun as well as the history of the Beiyang warlords.
           
     The Dr Sun Yat-sen Museum is located at 7 Castle Road, Mid-Levels, Central. Presented by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department and organised by the Dr Sun Yat-sen Museum, the fun day will be held from 10am to 7pm. For details, please visit the museum's website at hk.drsunyatsen.museum or call 3580 6780.

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