China Manned Space Exhibition Introduction

Manned spaceflight, known for its complexity, has always been considered the most demanding pursuit in space engineering. China Manned Space Program, which commenced in 1992, has now matured over a span of thirty years. During this time, the programme has achieved remarkable breakthroughs and successfully mastered a series of crucial technologies. It has established its own manned spacecraft system, completed multiple successful flight missions, and acquired expertise in areas such as rendezvous and docking, as well as extravehicular activities. Finally, in late 2022, the construction of the Tiangong Space Station was completed, symbolising the realisation of the goals outlined in the "three-step" development strategy, transitioning towards utilisation and further advancement stages.

"China Manned Space Exhibition" is divided into two exhibition areas. The exhibition area at the Hong Kong Museum of History centres around the history of China's manned space development, providing visitors with an insightful look into the extraordinary thirty-year journey towards the goal. In the exhibition area at the Hong Kong Science Museum, remarkable engineering achievements and exciting prospects for future development are displayed. The two areas showcase about 30 groups of exhibits, including intravehicular space suit, Shenzhou spacecraft return capsule, model of the space station, and various carrier rocket models such as the Long March-2F, Long March-7, Long March-5B, and the new-generation manned carrier rocket. Additionally, visitors can explore models of significant flight components for future manned lunar landings, such as the new-generation manned spacecraft and lunar lander. It not only demonstrates the fruitful results of the manned spaceflight project, but also hopes to inspiring the younger generation's interest in space science and technology and contributing to the national aerospace industry.

Exhibition Details

• China Manned Space Exhibition
• Date: 1 Dec 2023 - 18 Feb 2024
• Venue: 2/F Exhibition Hall, Hong Kong Science Museum | 1/F Lobby, Hong Kong Museum of History
• Address: 2 Science Museum Road, East Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong | 100 Chatham Road South, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
• Free admission

Remarks

The opening hours of the Hong Kong Museum of History will be specially adjusted during the exhibition period to align with those of the Hong Kong Science Museum. Details are as follows:

• Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays: 10am – 7pm
• Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays: 10am – 9pm
• Closed on Thursdays (except public holidays) and the first two days of the Chinese New Year
• Closed at 5pm on Chinese New Year's Eve

Organizers

• Presented by:

• The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China

• China Manned Space Agency

• Organised by: Leisure and Cultural Services Department

Source of the above information: Hong Kong Science Museum official website