University of Macau joined Macao International Museum Day Carnival (2026-05-19)
To celebrate the International Museum Day on 18 May, 26 museums in Macao jointly organised the annual event of the museum sector, the“Macao International Museum Day Carnival 2026”on the afternoon of 17 May at the Lotus Square, in the Bairro da Ilha Verde. The event featured various booth games, children’s Cantonese opera performances, workshops, and more, creating a lively and festive atmosphere.
The opening ceremony was officiated by the President of the Cultural Affairs Bureau, Leong Wai Man; the Acting Deputy Director of the Macao Post and Telecommunications Bureau, Tam Van Iu; the Head of Technical Support Department of the Public Security Forces Affairs Bureau, Kong Wai Chon; the Head of the Division of the Facilities Management of the Macao Government Tourism Office, Lei Wan Wai; the Director of the Maritime Museum, Sit Kai Sin; the First-class Chief of the Fire Services Bureau, Fong Wai Ip; the University Librarian of the University of Macau Library, Prof. Xu Hong; the Deputy Curator of the Macao Science Center, Cheong Hung Fat; the Director of Arts & Culture of MGM, Viola Leong; the Vice President and General Secretary of Kiang Wu Hospital Charitable Association, Ung Pui Kun; the Vice President of the Association of Piety and Charity of the Lin Fong Temple, Kong Weng Heng; and the Member of the Tung Sin Tong Charitable Society, Choy Meng Vai.
The University of Macau Art Museum participated in the carnival under the theme “Puzzle Art Together.” The word “Art” is drawn from “Art Museum,” while its pairing with “Puzzle Together” forms a homophonic expression in Mandarin meaning “working together (Yi Qi Pin),” symbolizing collaboration and collective participation.
At the venue, a puzzle game was set up using materials from past exhibition posters, redesigned into four distinct puzzles. Through engaging interaction, the UM Art Museum aimed to foster a greater connection with the public. Roll-up banners were also featured, introducing the museum, the University Gallery spaces, and their exhibition programs.
In addition, a variety of souvenirs—including ballpoint pens, bookmarks, folders, mouse pads, and T-shirts—were distributed to visitors, alongside art publications from the University of Macau. The booth attracted strong public interest, with many visitors stopping by to take part.
▲ Group photo of officiating guests at the opening
ceremony.
▲ Group photo of attending guests
▲ UM University Librarian Xu Hong and Assistant
Librarian Leong Tak Hoi attended to show support for the booth
▲ Leong Wai Man (Cultural Affairs Bureau President) visited the UM Museum of Art booth and posed for a photo