[Weekend Parent-Child Activity] Mei Ho House Parent-Child Experience Camp (November)
Organized by the Hong Kong Youth Hostels Association, the "Mei Ho House Parent-Child Experience Camp" invites children aged 5-8 and their families to explore the history of Shek Kip Mei's resettlement area in the 1950s-70s through guided tours and interactive workshops. The November event focuses on the spirit of perseverance and community, and requires a deposit to secure a spot, which is refunded upon attendance.
- When
14 Nov 2026 10:00 - 12:00
14 Nov 2026 12:30 - 14:30
29 Nov 2026 14:00 - 16:00
29 Nov 2026 16:30 - 18:30
- Location
YHA Mei Ho House Youth Hostel, Multi-purpose Room
Kowloon Sham Shui Po Sham Shui Po
YHA Mei Ho House Youth Hostel, Block 41, Shek Kip Mei Estate, Sham Shui Po, Kowloon
- Tickets & pricing
Deposit (Refunded after attendance)
HKD 20
Overview
The "Mei Ho House Parent-Child Experience Camp" is part of the "Hong Kong Jockey Club Community Project Grant: Mei Ho House Hong Kong Spirit Learning Programme," organized by the Hong Kong Youth Hostels Association. Designed specifically for children aged 5-8 and their parents, this immersive experience invites families to step back in time to the 1950s-70s to explore life in the Shek Kip Mei resettlement areas. Through guided tours and interactive workshops, participants will learn how the previous generation overcame adversity with diligence, mutual support, and perseverance, ultimately fostering familial bonds and a deeper understanding of the classic "Hong Kong Spirit."
Programme Highlights
The experience is divided into two main sections:
- Part 1: Heritage Guided Tour Led by a professional docent, families will explore the Mei Ho House Heritage Museum. By viewing simulated living quarters, precious artifacts, and recorded oral histories, participants will gain insight into the tight-knit community spirit and the neighborhood harmony of the era.
- Part 2: Parent-Child Interactive Workshop Through storytelling, hands-on cottage industry simulation, and the crafting of traditional children's games, parents and children will learn about the resourcefulness and cooperation required to thrive in past times. This section promotes the values of thriftiness, effort, and sharing, helping children appreciate the positive character traits of their forebears.
Important Notes
- Target Audience: Children aged 5-8 and their parents (one adult and one child per group).
- Registration Fee: A HKD $20 deposit is required to secure a spot. The deposit will be automatically refunded to the original payment account within 6 to 8 weeks after attending the event.
- Arrival: Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled session for registration. Please note that the deposit will not be refunded in case of absence.
- Media Usage: Staff members will take photos and videos during the activity for internal records and promotional purposes.
We look forward to welcoming your family to Mei Ho House for a meaningful journey through Hong Kong's collective memory.
