Date: 27 April – 19 May 2024
Participants: 1974
Blending human and non-human perspectives, the “Treesidence” Exhibition created a micro-ecological sanctuary within the city. It showcased how trees and other species coexist in harmony, forming a natural web of life in the urban environment.
Through a mix of dynamic and static displays, visitors discovered hidden corners of the community and unexpected connections between people and nature.
Public Learning Programmes: (1) Exploring Nam Cheong Street with Architects and Ecologists — Reflections on Urban Ecology
Date: 28 April 2024
Participants: 20
This guided walk invited participants to reflect on the close yet distant relationship between humans and other species in the city. Together with architects and ecologists, they explored Nam Cheong Street in Sham Shui Po to identify possible habitats for urban wildlife, and discussed how to design a city where humans and other species can truly coexist.
Public Learning Programmes: (2) "Painting an Oasis" Workshop
Date: 5 May 2024
Participants: 15
An extension of the “Treesidence” Exhibition , this workshop invited participants to observe and sketch trees in their neighbourhood, exploring the stories between people and nature.
Led by artist Tang Kai-yiu, whose work often captures traces of nature within Hong Kong’s urban landscape, the session combined art sharing and simple ink-painting techniques to help participants illustrate their favourite trees — discovering the “oasis” that lives in each of us.
Public Learning Programmes: (3) "The Mystery of Seeds" Workshop
Date: 11 May 2024
Participants: 15
Have you ever wondered what secrets lie inside an apple seed? Inspired by a Welsh proverb — “A seed hidden in the heart of an apple is an orchard invisible.” — this workshop explored the hidden power of seeds in both nature and human life. Led by Monti from Tanabe Art Institute and plant educator Mercury, participants learned fascinating seed facts, collected seeds from everyday fruits and vegetables such as tomatoes, strawberries, and dragon fruit, and planted mini pots to observe their growth — a hands-on lesson in botany right from the kitchen table.
Public Learning Programmes: (4) Jockey Club Tree Lovers Community Tree Walk
Date: 19 May 2024
Participants: 20
Led by Dr. P S Li, Assistant Conservation Manager at The Conservancy Association, this community tree walk explored the presence and absence of trees in urban spaces. By tracing the history of Hong Kong’s urban planting strategies, participants learned how past development shaped today’s treescape, and discussed how Sham Shui Po’s urban growth continues to influence its living environment — linking back to the discoveries of flora and fauna featured in “The Natural History of Nam Cheong Street.”
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