MOOMIN EXHIBITION KICKS OFF AT GRAND LISBOA PALACE

A Moomin-themed exhibition kicked off at the Grand Lisboa Palace Resort Macau in Cotai yesterday.

Presented by SJM Resorts and Iam Creative Industries Co. Ltd., the “Moomin Wonderful Encounter – Joyous Adventure in Macau” features a fuzzy peach tone as its motif, highlighting the kindness and supportive nature of the Moomins, where everyone looks out for one another.

As guests roam Mooominvaley, located on the first floor of Grand Lisboa Palace, they are greeted by the familiar faces of Moomin, Snorkmaiden, Snufkin, Little My and friends – the characters in a series of novels by Finnish writer and illustrator Tove Jansson.

There, they can take a stroll along the exhibition site, take some photos with the lovely characters (including the Moomin mascot if you’re lucky), and get iconic merchandise exclusive to Macau. Young children can also immerse themselves in drawings and playing stickers.

Meanwhile, visitors can find delightful surprises at Moomin’s Gashapon Machine, a giant toy capsule machine that dispenses SJM exclusive privileges and Moomin-inspired lifestyle merchandise and stationery.

At the outdoor space of the West Lobby of the Grand Lisboa Palace, a giant four-metre-tall inflatable Moomin stands ready for selfies with visiting fans.

In addition, a special menu of selected Moomin-themed delicatessens, desserts and signature drinks are available at the GLP Lobby Lounge throughout the exhibition’s period.

The Moomin exhibition extends SJM’s series of cultural IP collaborations from the past year, following the likes of Miffy- and Donald Duck-themed events that the local integrated resort company has held.

The Moomin stories were originally published in Finland but in the Swedish language. The Moomins are a family of white, round hippopotamus-like trolls. In Asia, the characters have particularly gained popularity in Japan since the Moomin was introduced there in the 1970s.

The exhibition is open to the public for free and will run until 31 August. More privileges and activities will be launched in conjunction with the exhibition. For more information visit Grand Lisboa Palace’s website. (Gilbert Humphrey)