Heritage Sustainability of Bamboo Theatre 香港竹棚建築歷史傳承展覽 竹印
Date: 05 December 2026
Bamboo theatres have long been part of Hong Kong's cultural heritage, but how much do we really know about the craftsmanship behind them? And how might the next generation reimagine these traditional structures?
Organised by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, the Heritage Sustainability of Bamboo Theatre Exhibition takes visitors on a journey through Past, Present, and Future, exploring bamboo architecture from different generations' perspectives.
Past | Discovering Bamboo Heritage
Explore the history and craftsmanship of bamboo theatres through historical research, a bamboo master interview, the art of bamboo knot and a three-episode educational video series introducing bamboo and its traditional uses.
Present | Bamboo Theatres Through the Public's Eyes
Discover Urban Sketchers of bamboo theatres created by members of the public, capturing their unique perspectives on these traditional structures and their architectural beauty.
Future | Reimagining Bamboo Architecture
See how the younger generation interprets bamboo theatres through creative architectural models designed and built by students, offering fresh perspectives on traditional bamboo construction.
From traditional craftsmanship to contemporary creativity, the exhibition invites everyone to rediscover Hong Kong's bamboo theatre heritage and imagine its future.
Event information is as follows:
Exhibition: Heritage Sustainability of Bamboo Theatre Exhibition
Venue: H6 CONET, G/F, The Center, 99 Queen's Road Central, Central, Hong Kong
Exhibition Period: 5–20 December 2026
