A New Gem in Hong Kong’s Cultural Tapestry

Through its diverse and extensive collections, GuWei Museum enriches Hong Kong’s cultural landscape and serves as an inspiring hub for younger generations to explore and appreciate global heritage.

GuWei Museum testifies to Hong Kong’s role as a dynamic East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange. Founded by Sapientia Foundation in 2024, the institution is committed to promoting Chinese and foreign art and heritage through its extensive collections and themed exhibitions. The museum integrates its exhibition with education and cultural exchanges, holding classes for students of all ages and leveraging modern technology to make historical and artistic exhibits more accessible, particularly for younger visitors.

Global Art Destination

Franco Cutrupia, Chairman of Sapientia Foundation, emphasised Hong Kong’s unique role in the international cultural landscape. He said, “Hong Kong is a city deeply rooted in Chinese tradition yet globally connected, offering an ideal backdrop for showcasing our collections, which reflect the cultural and historical ties between local and international civilizations. This positioning naturally attracts a diverse pool of visitors, enhancing our potential to thrive as a dynamic cultural hub.”

GuWei Museum is the first private museum in Hong Kong’s Southern District, an area rapidly evolving into a thriving contemporary arts hub, featuring a range of top-notch galleries and independent artists’ studios.

Cutrupia stated, “Our museum is located in Wong Chuk Hang. It is a dynamic neighbourhood with a rich creative spirit, poised to become a vibrant centre for culture and the arts. We aim to actively contribute to this flourishing ecosystem by providing a platform for artists and the community to engage with diverse forms of artistic expression.”

A Showcase of East-West Interactions

GuWei Museum celebrates the interconnectedness of global art and culture through its exhibits. One of its most striking features is the wall of porcelain tankards — European-style drinkware crafted from China, often adorned with Western motifs and decorations. Its recent exhibition Chinese Dragon and Snake Connection, curated in the Year of the Snake, also highlights centuries of cross-cultural creativity.

Leveraging Hong Kong’s prime location, GuWei Museum aims to captivate a wider audience. “We are excited to have welcomed visitors from the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and plan to forge stronger connections with cultural institutions across this dynamic region,” Cutrupia enthused.

Through partnerships with top-tier museums, government entities and educational organisations, the museum has successfully fostered community engagement. “These efforts not only boost visitor numbers, but also cultivate a deeper appreciation for diverse cultures,” he noted. Looking ahead, GuWei Museum aspires to host international cultural events, further reinforcing Hong Kong’s role as a global cultural hub.