Chinese Painting
Conservation Class

Phase 1 of the Conservation and Collection Masterclass: Chinese Painting and Calligraphy runs across 5–6 December 2026; the first day is on 5 December. Led by leading experts, the course examines the preservation, restoration, mounting and collecting of Chinese painting and calligraphy, and Hong Kong's role as a major centre for Chinese art collecting. Participants learn from specialists, gain a broad understanding of conservation, learn to handle objects with care, and visit the galleries and the Conservation Studio, which is rarely open to the public. The course is conducted in Putonghua at Merit Hall, Palace Academy, Hong Kong Palace Museum. The standard fee is HK$6,000 per phase; HKPM Patrons and HKPM Friends pay HK$5,400 per phase. A combined ticket for Phase 1 and Phase 2 is HK$10,000. Places are limited. Phase 1 registration closes on 2 December 2026 at 6pm, with registration available through the museum's link.