JTIA Open Day 2023
The Jao Tsung-I Academy will hold its annual Open Day from 29th September to 2nd October. We invite you to step into this revitalized architectural complex and enjoy various activities such as guided tours, exhibitions, bazaar and workshops. You will definitely enjoy the activities and have a better understanding of the JTIA as an iconic multicultural platform!
Not only does it have a century-old history with fascinating stories, but it also offers comprehensive facilities including venues, accommodation, and catering services. You can surely taste the rich flavor of culture and feel the charisma of these revitalized historical buildings.
Date and Time:
29th September | 16:00-22:00
30th September & 1st October | 13:00-20:00
2nd October | 13:00-19:00
Location and Access: Please click here for more details.
(Free Admission)
Regular Opening Hours: 10:00 – 18:00 (Closed on Monday except for Public Holidays)
Special Opening Hours during Open Day
29th September | 10:00-22:00
30th September & 1st October | 10:00-20:00
2nd October | 10:00-19:00
Cultural Heritage – The Story of Professor Jao Tsung-I, Master of Chinese Studies
Professor Jao Tsung-I was born in Chaozhou, Guangdong Province, based in Hong Kong, and is well-known internationally. Throughout his whole life, he had advocated “amalgamation of academics and art” and made outstanding achievements while doing so. His remarkable life has inspired new generations. Welcome to Jao Tsung-I Academy and unfold a rich cultural experience, explore the spiritual outlook and wisdom of this great master of Chinese Studies.
Venue: Hall 1, The Gallery ( Low Zone, JTIA)
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A Century of Contribution
Through texts, photographs, interviews, videos and interactive displays, the exhibition recounts the story of the site’s evolving history and the cultural significance of the revitalisation project.
Venue: Heritage Hall (Low Zone, JTIA)
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Other Exhibition
‘The Vivid World of Chinese Characters: From the Origin to the Future’ Exhibition
Chinese characters are a group of fairies endowed with great charms. They record the hardship of drastic historical changes as well as the prosperity of peaceful and flourishing times. Loaded with the wisdom and sentiments of the ancient Chinese, Chinese characters show what beauty has meant to the Chinese people and how beauty has been expressed by them.
Venue: Exhibition Hall (1/F Block F, Middle Zone, JTIA)
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JTIA Cyanotype Workshop
Tutor： Ha King Yip
Date： 30th September (Saturday)
Time： 15:30 – 17:00
Venue： Workshop-2 (G/F, Block K, Middle Zone, JTIA)
Fee： HKD$380 / $ 350 (Early-Bird Discount）
You will make three cyanotype postcards in this workshop.
(plants, the view of JTIA, and one custom-made)
* The workshop will be conducted in Cantonese.
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Canto-Pop x Freehand Calligraphy Workshop
Tutor： Typing.jpg
Date： 30th September (Saturday)
Time： 15:30 – 17:30
Venue： Exhibition Hall (1/F, Block F, Middle Zone, JTIA)
Fee： HKD$350 / $ 330 (Early-Bird Discount)
Creating an artwork by using a new type of font to write Canto-Pop lyrics
* The workshop will be conducted in Cantonese.
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Pet Photography Sharing Session
Tutor： Billy
Date： 30th September (Saturday) & 1st October (Sunday)
Time: 17:30-18:00
Venue : Activity Room-10 (G/F, Middle Zone, JTIA)
Fee： Free
* The workshop will be conducted in Cantonese.
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Introducing the historical development and architectural characteristics of JTIA by our experienced volunteers.
The content of this tour is similar to the regular guided tour we used to offer except several spots which are not usually open to the public.
** Only open for registered visitors and visitors could only register one section of the following guided tour.
Date and Time:
29th September | 3pm
30th September | 11am, 3pm
1st October | 3pm
Rendezvous: Hall 1, The Gallery (Low Zone, JTIA)
Enrollment: Please click here
* The tour will be conducted in Cantonese.
Mid-Autumn Bazaar
29th September | 16:00-22:00
30th September & 1st October | 13:00-20:00
2nd October | 13:00-19:00
Heritage Lodge (A part of Jao Tsung-I Academy) carries the mission of passing on the historic site’s values. In this special event, Heritage Lodge will open two rooms for the public to visit, allowing the public to understand how the meaning of culture could be preserved for the next generation.
Opening Hours: 13:00-16:30
Location: Block C, High Zone, JTIA
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Achieving a balance in conservation, revitalization, and technology, the Academy has given a new life to this large hundred-year-old historical compound. The entire complex has been classified as “Grade III historical building”. After renovation and reinforcement, each building has been redesigned and laid out for its new usage but has retained as much as possible its original structure and style. Starting from 2012, the dozens of buildings located in High, Middle, and Low Zones have been open to the public one after another. In early 2014, Heritage Lodge officially began to operate. In June 2014, the Academy was formally open.
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House of Joy
Located at Block H in Middle Zone, “House of Joy” is a 2-storey restaurant that provides quality food and beverage services to visitors of Jao Tsung-I Academy. With its flexible settings and professional culinary and service teams, it is also an ideal venue for weddings, private parties, and corporate functions.
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Timeless Café
A brand-new coffee shop “Timeless Café” will operate on 17 Jul 2023 with several photo hotspots, all customers can enjoy a cup of aromatic coffee and gourmet food with memorable times.
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