Jardine House/ Hong Kong Central District and Hongkong Land Corporate Archives

1) Jardine House, the formerly known as Connaught Centre, is one of international iconic buildings, as well as one of the most significant architectures that shapes the landscape of the modern Central District. Throughout the tour, you will learn how this building was constructed and hear some fun-facts which were gathered through the research using the archival documents. You will also have a rare chance to go behind the scenes to see how a business archives play a vital role in preserving a social memory for the society.

2) The development of the Central District dated by in 1845 to the present day. Throughout the eras, despite the changes of overall landscape and buildings, the core land planning has not been changed rapidly. An expert will highlight some of the areas that you may not be aware in your casual walk round of the district. Stories that could only be found from a serious of research and access to archival records.You will also have a rare chance to go behind the scenes to see how a business archives play a vital role in preserving a social memory for the society.

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GUIDED TOURS
Session 1 - Jardine House–Hongkong Land Corporate Archives
Date: 22 Nov 2025 (Sat)
Time: 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Gathering Point: Lobby, Jardine House

Session 2 - Jardine House–Hongkong Land Corporate Archives
Date: 29 Nov 2025 (Sat)
Time: 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Gathering Point: Lobby, Jardine House

How to get there?

Session 3 - Hong Kong Central District–Hongkong Land Corporate Archives
Date: 29 Nov 2025 (Sat)
Time: 2:30 PM to 3:30 AM
Gathering Point: Ground Floor reception desk, Prince’s Building

How to get there?

Led by: Charles Lai, Architectural Historian & Architect (UK)
Language: Cantonese

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REMARKS

• Participants who join this tour will be deemed to have read and understood the Notes to Participant and Adverse Weather Arrangements.
• The venue has barrier-free access.

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