Former Central Magistracy — Attraction in Hong Kong

The former Central Magistracy is located at 1, Arbuthnot Road, Central, Victoria, Hong Kong. It was constructed from 1913 to 1914.

The site where the building is standing was originally occupied by the first Hong Kong Magistracy. The former building was probably erected in 1847 but was later demolished to make way for the present building. Difficulty and delay in the construction work was caused because of the provision of an extensive basement in the new magistracy. The building's majestic appearance, with the imposing pillars of the façade and other features in the Greek-revival style, are lost to its poor exposure fronting onto a steep, narrow road. The massive retaining walls were constructed with granite blocks. The Central Magistracy was closed in 1979 and had been used by different associations affiliated to the Hong Kong Police Force.

The buildings of the Former Central Magistracy, together with the adjacent Central Police Station and the Victoria Prison are declared monuments of Hong Kong. These buildings are collectively known as the Central Police...

2023 August 5★ Located in the repurposed old 1930s era Central Police Station compound, this is essentially a courthouse today. Interestingly enough, there's a trap door going from the prisoner cell below up to the prisoner stand. With interactive exhibits showcasing several high profile cases and a case displayed upon stage, this is very informative and interesting.

The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) funded the revitalisation and continues to fund the ongoing operation of Tai Kwun, which consist of three Declared Monuments – the former Central Police Station, Central Magistracy and Victoria Prison – transforming the historic site into an accessible world-class centre for arts, culture and heritage. In 2019, Tai Kwun received the Award of Excellence in the 2019 UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation.

Free admission....

They opened this Former Central Magistracy for Louis Vuitton Objets Nomades event. But inside, you do not see anything really make you feel a magistracy. Building style and exhibition is not...