There's a surprising amount of life in Laoximen still, though many residents have left - but the buildings and the stories remain, as this fascinating slice of old Shanghai readies for its final act. Historic Shanghai takes you through one of the last swathes of pre-Concession Shanghai, tells the stories that stretch back generations – some from the neighbors who remain - and takes you through the atmospheric winding lanes and alleys, to discover the intricate carvings, the architectural surprises, the blending of east and west, the richly layered histories, before it all disappears. RMB150 members, RMB250 nonmembers, RSVP to book and for the meeting point: info@historic-shanghai.com