About Us
HKMM
Connecting East and West,
Connecting history and the future,
Connecting people and the sea.
Background
The Hong Kong Maritime Museum (HKMM) is an independent, non-profit registered charity founded by members of the Hong Kong shipping industry, supported by the shipping business community, individuals and the Hong Kong SAR Government. As a cultural institution, we are dedicated to showcasing and preserving the maritime heritage and contemporary marine environment of Hong Kong and the South China Sea.
Rooted in China, but looking to the world, we aim to inspire people's appreciation of their relationship with the sea. By connecting East and West, maritime cultural heritage and sustainable ocean development, we delve into the profound ties between people and the sea. Through our rich exhibitions and educational programs, we hope to cultivate public passion and respect for maritime culture and promote the sustainable development of the marine environment.
Vision & Mission
Vision
To be recognised globally as the leading maritime museum in the Asia Pacific region that inspires people’s appreciation of their relationship with the sea.
Mission
As a maritime museum we preserve, showcase and commemorate the maritime culture and experiences of the people of Hong Kong; rooted in China, but looking to the world. We achieve this in the following ways:
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We promote engagement with the maritime heritage and contemporary marine environment of Hong Kong and southern China, placing it within its national and international narratives.
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We project a sense of social responsibility through collaboration, networking, and community engagement.
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We preserve the diversity of maritime culture, and peoples’ relationship with the sea through our collecting and stories.
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We provide outstanding and inclusive museum experiences through academic research, educational programmes, displays, and outreach for public benefit.
Values
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Stewardship – Collecting and caring for the maritime heritage and marine environment of Hong Kong to the highest standards for future generations to value, learn from, and enjoy.
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Partnership – Learning from diverse perspectives with experts, partners, supporters, and audiences through collaboration, listening, and active engagement.
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Authenticity – Striving to be accurate through our research and educational programming to tell stories in an engaging way for all.
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Respect – Showing respect for all by delivering quality museum services, engaging our stakeholders, and championing inclusivity and diversity.
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Service – Delivering a high-quality, innovative, informative, and entertaining experience in all interactions with the Museum
Structure Management & Staff
Management and Staff
Board and Trustees
Committee Members
Annual Review
Finanical Statement
History, Vision and Mission
History
The Hong Kong Maritime Museum is a vibrant, cultural institution dedicated to preserving, collecting and displaying objects that tell the story about trade and maritime in Hong Kong and the Pearl River Delta. A non-profit registered charity founded in 2003 by members of the Hong Kong Shipowners Association, the Museum opened in September 2005 at Murray House in Stanley and relocated in 2013 to Pier 8, in the heart of the Central Harbour Waterfront. Today the Museum attracts 100,000 visitors annually where across 4,600 square metres more than 1,100 objects are displayed in 13 galleries on three levels. All of which uniquely overlooks a bustling Victoria Harbour.
A special exhibition and events space, resource centre, roof-top café and gift shop augment visitors' experience and patrons and the community of Hong Kong actively engage in education and public programming offered for schools, community groups and families.
Moving to Pier 8 followed a public tender process initiated by the Hong Kong Government, which was awarded to the Museum in 2009. The Government, a principal contributor, provided funding to support the cost of relocation and new construction and has committed to an operational subsidy for the first five years of operations.
Strategic Focus
To ensure the ongoing success of the Museum we must continue to strengthen our position within Hong Kong’s cultural landscape and grow our capabilities as an organisation. Success over time will only be achieved by systematically building on achievements-to-date and ensuring new projects are linked to proven capabilities.
Organisational Values
Respect - Show respect in the delivery of museum services at all times and with all stakeholders.
Stewardship - Present the importance of Victoria Harbour and the role of maritime in Hong Kong and China through the collection, research and preservation of artefacts, and objects within our galleries for the public.
Learning - Provide new and continuing opportunities for adults, students, scholars, families and the community to gain new knowledge.
Innovation - Continually evolve and improve how we display objects and engage visitors and the community of Hong Kong.
Service - Ensure an exceptional visitor experience with high quality displays, contextual storylines and thoughtful interactions with our staff.