Light the Darkness
In the theme of “Light the Darkness”, the Red Cross Library is located on the 7/F at the Hong Kong Red Cross Headquarters. By looking into various humanitarian issues, humanitarian consequences and humanitarian actions from multi-perspectives, visitor will better understand and recognise the universal values of humanity. Audio, visual and tactile effects are also utilised to contrast human suffering (darkness) with humanitarian aid (light).
Visit in person
“Light the Darkness” is free of charge. Visitors are encouraged to make an appointment.
Guided Tour
Groups are wlecome to apply for the guided tour.
Participants will be divided into groups and led by instructors to explore war related item.
Maximum number of participants: 30
Duration: 1 hour
Fee: $1000
Target audience: Primary and Secondary Student (junior and senior students is recommended to visit separately)
Address: 7/F, 19 Hoi Ting Road, Hong Kong Red Cross Headquarters, West Kowloon
Language: Mainly in Cantonese
The guided tour must be applied one month in advance.
Download application form
Address: 7/F, 19 Hoi Ting Road, Hong Kong Red Cross Headquarters, West Kowloon
Language: Mainly in Cantonese
Opening hours:
Tuesday to Friday: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Groups are welcome to make an appointment to visit on Saturdays and Sundays
Visitors are kindly requested to abide by the general house rules.
Visit online
A virtual tour is available now to provide an alternative for looking into various humanitarian issues.
Start your learning journey here (Chinese version only)
You can:
- Understand the humanitarian crisis brought by natural calamities and man-made misfortunes
- Understand the humanitarian consequences faced by people in suffering
- Understand the humanitarian actions done by humanitarian aid organizations