HK Marks International Museum Day

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 ◆ HK Marks International Museum Day

Hong Kong unveiled an array of cultural, academic, educational and entertaining programs for the International Museum Day 2000 May 18.

From May 18 to next 21, 24 museums, including all the popular museums, of Hong Kong would be open for the public free of charge and a variety of programs such as exhibitions, behind-the-scene and guided tours, lectures and performances will be organized.

This year also marks the 40 years of museum services in Hong Kong, which rejuvenated its modern museum services in 1962 with the establishment of the City Hall Art Gallery and Museum.

In recognition of the important role that museums play in enriching people's cultural life, promoting cultural exchange, and enhancing mutual understanding among people, the International Council of Museums declared in 1978 that the 18th of May each year be designated as International Museum Day.

Museums around the world are also urged to support the International Museum Day by providing cultural programs and activities so as to foster communication between museums and the public.