The Hong Kong Jockey Club Series: Legends of the Giant Dinosaurs exhibition at the Hong Kong Science Museum today (9 April) closed on a high note, attracting more than 770,000 visitors over five months.
The attendance has reached a 23-year high for thematic exhibitions held at the museum, established in 1991, and it was the most popular thematic exhibition held by any museum of the Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD). The exhibition was funded by a HK$13 million donation from the Club’s Charities Trust.
As part of efforts to widen the exposure and knowledge of underprivileged children, the CARE@HKJC volunteer team accompanied around 2,000 kindergarten, primary and secondary school students from grassroots families to visit this dinosaur exhibition for free. Also participated were ethnic minority students and those with special needs. During the exhibition, dozens of local schools also applied for the Trust-funded transport subsidy scheme to allow more students, especially those in remote areas, to enjoy the show.
The Hong Kong Jockey Club Series: Legends of the Giant Dinosaurs exhibition showcased more than 190 precious fossils and exhibits, and it was the first time that such gigantic robotic dinosaurs were put on display outdoors in Hong Kong.
The Hong Kong Jockey Club Seriesisa three-year partnership between the Club’s Charities Trust and the LCSD to support two to three exhibitions each year, with an annual funding of HK$17 million. The previous exhibitions included The Wonders of Ancient Mesopotamia and The Splendours of Royal Costume: Qing Court Attire; as well as the Art Appreciation Programme of the Andy Warhol: 15 Minutes Eternal exhibition. Currently running is the Jockey Club Art Appreciation Programme for “Ju Ming - Sculpting the Living World".
The Hong Kong Jockey Club
Founded in 1884, The Hong Kong Jockey Club is not only one of the world’s leading horse racing organisations, but also Hong Kong’s largest community contributor, donating HK$1.95 billion in 2012/13. In addition, the Club is a major taxpayer, Hong Kong’s single largest by far, generating over HK$17.64 billion in 2012/13 for public funds. The Club pioneers technology applications for sporting and betting entertainment, striving for the highest levels of customer service. As a membership club, it is recognised as one of Asia’s most prestigious. These multifaceted roles make it a well-respected and remarkable organisation, dedicated to its mission of enhancing the quality of life for all Hong Kong people.
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Club Steward Dr Rita Fan Hsu Lai Tai (2nd right) joins HKSAR Chief Secretary for Administration Carrie Lam (1st right) to officiate at the opening ceremony of The Hong Kong Jockey Club Series: Legends of the Giant Dinosaurs exhibition on 7 November last year.
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The Cluba£į?s Executive Director, Charities, Douglas So (1st right) presents a souvenir pack to 9-year-old primary school student Sam Siu (2nd right), the 500,000th visitor of The Hong Kong Jockey Club Series: Legends of the Giant Dinosaurs exhibition, with Director of Leisure and Cultural Services Betty Fung (1st left) and the Cluba£į?s Equestrian Ambassador (centre) on 12 February.
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The Cluba£į?s Head of Charities Projects Rhoda Chan (1st row, 3rd left), the HKJC Equestrian Ambassador (1st row, 4th left) and Hong Kong Science Museum Chief Curator Karen Sit (1st row, 2nd left), with participating families of "A Night with Dinosaurs" on 13 December last year.
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The CARE@HKJC volunteer team accompanies students from grassroots families to visit the exhibition in March.
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