Hankou Concession Old House : Collective Memory and Space For Nostalgia in the Context of Contemporary Society

Abstract

This study aims to explore the urban space and historical changes of old houses in the Hankou Concession in the context of Contemporary, as well as collective memory nostalgic spaces, especially from the semi-colonial and semi-feudal period, the new democratic period, and the Contemporary period of New China. Then it explores the nostalgic space consumption related to the collective memory of old houses in Hankou Concession in China. Using the Jianghan Museum to interpret nostalgic consumption, this study mainly adopts qualitative research methods, literature analysis methods, questionnaire surveys, and in-depth interviews to collect a large amount of data for systematic induction, analysis, and reasoning. The results show that old Hankou is not only a physical space, but also carries profound historical, cultural, and emotional values. It has irreplaceable significance for nostalgic spaces and collective memories. It provides contemporary people with a bridge to the past, while also providing valuable resources for the sustainable development of communities and society. Through the consumption experience of nostalgic spaces in Jianghan Museum, it provides a new perspective for deepening understanding of the collective memory, culture, and spatial value of old houses in Hankou Concession. It provides strong theoretical support for future Contemporary protection and inheritance work.

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