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A Place To Call Home: Po Leung Kuk Museum Historic Photo Exhibition
Online Exhibition

 

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Exhibition Introduction

Using "Home" as the main theme, this exhibition walks you through moments of Po Leung Kuk oldest residence service , and traces the steps Po Leung Kuk has taken with the community. Divided into three parts: Happy Childhood, Protection and Shelter, and Care and Nurture, the exhibition showcases historic phototographs of the Kuk's children residents from 1950s to 1970s, allowing the public to take a glimpse on their daily life and "visit" the place they called "home". Togather with interviews of former residents, we invite you to hear the heartwarming Po Leung stories told by former Kuk residents, and feel the warmth of Po Leung Kuk services.

 

Date: 9/12/2021 - 31/12/2021

 

 

 

Exhibition Videos

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Almost 90 years since its establishment, for the Kuk's children residents the Main Building is still a place to call home. Two former residents who stayed in Po Leung Kuk between 1960s and 1970s were invited back to their "home". They share with the audience their Po Leung memories and stories, looking back on the daily lives of different periods.

(Videos available in Cantonese only) 

 

 

 

 

 

Exhibit Highlight

【Happy Childhood】Playground facilities emerged in Hong Kong at the start of the 20th century; following the development of the city, especially the growth of public housing estates, various playground facilities were established, becoming part of the city's landscape and a collective memory of the community. To give Po Leung Kuk's children residents a happy childhood, there are always gardens and playgrounds at the Main Building since its establishment in 1932.
【Protection and Shelter】Establised to tackle social issues in Hong Kong, Po Leung Kuk has expanded its services beyond rescuing kidnapped women and children; whenever the socierty is in need of help, the Kuk will give its best to help those in need. In May, 1960, heavy rainstorm flooded Yuen Long, countless houses and fields were lost. Produced by the vocational training class' students at Po Leung Kuk, 5000 lbs of noodles was sent for disaster relief. This photo was taken at Caroline Hill Road, the entrance to former New Method College can be seen in the background.
【Care and Nurture】As cases of kidnapping started to decline, lesser children was on temporary stay in Po Leung Kuk awaiting to be sent home; Instead, more of them need to stay in the Kuk for longer time as they were abandoned or lacked proper care at home. Care and education became the emphasise of Po Leung Kuk residence service in which independence and life skills were taught through a disciplined lifestyle with others in dormitry.
【Care and Nurture】During 1940s, children residents at Po Leung Kuk could be seen wearing overalls. Overalls gained popularity in 18th century Europe originally as a workwear, the trend was imported to Hong Kong following the industrial growth in 1950s; Many schools and organisations had used overalls as an uniform at that time.

 

 

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Venue Introduction

V54 was built in the 1920s and confirmed as a Grade III Historic Building. The house was loaned by the former Chairman, Miss Angela Leong, BBS for the implementation of ‘Young Artist in Residence@V54’.

 

V54 is one of the oldest buildings in Happy Valley. It has an appealing classical exterior in western style remained in the structure. Architectual features included: granite staircase at the entrance, reliefs at the facade, back-pattern decoration, arched window grilles, wooden main staircases, cement back staircases, wooden door transoms, fireplaces and three lions coat of arms, cement tiles in red, white and black, etc.  

 

*Admission for Kuk affiliated schools and members only.

 

 

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