**Hong Kong's Cultural Legacy: A New Museum Celebrating the Past**

Collectors and curators unite to honor the city's storied past amidst political changes, enhancing cultural awareness.

In a stunning revival of a historic site, the Lung Wah Hotel in Hong Kong's northern New Territories has transformed into Hong Kong Radiance—a museum dedicated to the preservation of the city’s rich heritage. Once a serene hideaway for visitors and a favorite of martial arts icon Bruce Lee, the hotel held vibrancy in the 1950s and 60s, surrounded by lush gardens and bustling communal activities.

However, following modernization and zoning changes over the decades, the establishment ceased hotel operations, but its legacy remained. As developers encroached on its surroundings, the restaurant struggled but retained a loyal clientele, still famous for its roast pigeon.

With support from local collectors and curators like John Wu, the unused teahouse on the premises has been repurposed into a hands-on museum. It focuses on the compelling metamorphosis of Hong Kong—from a postwar industrial hub to a dazzling financial nexus. Wu, inspired by cinematic aesthetics, has crafted exhibits that vividly capture the essence of this transition, inviting visitors to engage with the narrative of a city that continually evolves, even as it clings to its rich past. This initiative stands as a testament to the resilience of cultural memory amid changing political landscapes.