2014 Hong Kong Lennon Wall, Democracy protest site at Central Government Offices, Hong Kong
The Lennon Wall in Hong Kong is a concrete structure near the government office building that is covered with thousands of colorful notes. These contain messages about democracy and freedom written by citizens and visitors from different backgrounds.
The wall appeared on 2 October 2014 on Harcourt Road outside the Hong Kong government headquarters during the Umbrella Movement, when protesters demanded democratic election of the chief executive. It grew to more than 10,000 sticky notes bearing quotations, song lyrics and drawings, and was spray-painted with the English words "From Prague, we support you, Hong Kong". Most of the works were removed after the occupation ended on 10 December 2014.
The site became a place where people could share personal thoughts about freedom and self-determination through art and writing. Visitors see drawings, handwritten poems, and messages that reflect the hopes of many individuals who participated.
The wall is openly accessible outdoors next to a broad staircase and can be reached at any time of day. Visitors should bring markers if they want to add their own messages.
On 25 October 2014, demonstrators began photographing the wall's sticky notes to keep a record before the occupation ended. A 14-year-old girl was arrested on 23 December 2014 for drawing flowers on the wall in chalk; after 17 hours in custody, police sought a child protection order, and the High Court released her on 31 December.
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