[2025 Beijing Attraction] Travel Guide for CTCM (Updated Mar)

The China National Arts and Crafts Museum and the China Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum opened on February 5, 2022 (the Beijing Winter Olympics opened on February 4, 2022). As a new cultural landmark, the museum houses the finest contemporary Chinese arts and crafts and intangible cultural heritage treasures. The most prominent are the "Four National Treasures"—four large jade masterpieces: the mountain-shaped artwork *Daiyue Qiguan* (Spectacular View of Mount Tai), the flower censer *Hanxiang Juru* (Auspicious Gathering of Fragrance), the table screen *Sihai Tenghuan* (Joy Across the Four Seas), and the flower basket *Qunfang Lansheng* (Victory of All Flowers) (Figures 1-4). From theme selection and design to completion, these four pieces took eight years to create. A team of over 40 master craftsmen collaborated with dozens of experts and scholars, using precious materials and exquisite craftsmanship to create these national treasures. Other exhibits are also gems of Chinese art, including jade carvings (Figure 6: White Jade Five Elements Pagoda, 7: Hetian Black Jade Carving - Six-Armed Mahakala, 8: Red Coral - Plum, Orchid, Bamboo, and Chrysanthemum), ivory carvings (9: Abundant Harvest Cabbage, 10: Detail of Abundant Harvest Cabbage; 11: Double Phoenix Facing the Sun Flower Boat), horn carvings (12: Spring Tide), embroidery (13: Chaozhou Embroidery Screen - Prosperous Dragon, 14: Opera Costumes), ceramics (15: Elegant Perforated Vase), lacquerware (16: Bodiless Lacquerware - Green Treasure Sand Gallbladder Vase), ethnic crafts (17: Painted Copper Statue - God of Wealth, 18: Eight Treasures Ruyi Vase), cloisonné (19: Peacock Screen Lamp), and more. The China National Arts and Crafts Museum is free and open to the public. Address: No. 16, Hujing East Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing. Opening hours: 9:00-17:00.

When did you feel you had grown up? When the Chinese New Year is becoming more and more boring, when will you feel that the capital is really awesome? When all the intangible cultural heritage New Year customs you have seen and never seen are laid out in front of you✨ The "New Year" theme exhibition at the China National Museum of Arts and Crafts, in the colorful world of lights, the memory of the Spring Festival that has long gone has returned🎊 📍Location: China National Museum of Arts and Crafts, China Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum🎫Method: Free! Make an appointment through the official account (workers should remember to make an appointment in advance during the week for weekend visits) ⏰Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 (no admission at 16:00, closed on Mondays) until March 2nd. 🌟Must-check-in recommendation: 1st floor: [Chinese New Year - Spring Festival Theme Exhibition] It’s on the left after entering the door! Representative customs, crafts and handicrafts of each region are all available, suitable for all ages👀, and there is also a free event to get the gold foil "wealth" character (it is recommended to go early, as they are all gone by 4pm) 5th floor: [Wen Mai Hua Zi] is divided into three units: "Heavenly Creations", "Great Craftsmanship" and "Beautiful Life". The afternoon sun shines through the exhibition hall, and the light and shadow are so beautiful✨ Sisters who like taking photos and are shadow hunters like me must not miss it! 6th floor: [A Thousand Scenes - Theme Exhibition of China's Intangible Cultural Heritage Protection Practice] 600+ exhibits, embroidery, New Year paintings, stone carvings, wood carvings... There are also fish lanterns and lion dances that can be checked in and interacted with🐲 💡Other tips: * Make an appointment for one museum, and visit two museums together: Next door is the Exhibition Hall of the History of the Communist Party of China. The two museums are interconnected for visiting. The visiting time is 9:00-16:30 every day (except closing days). Those who are interested can reserve time in advance * Interpretation service: There are public welfare interpretations on weekends. You can learn more about it in the official account "Service-Volunteer Service" * Interactive experience: There is an "Intangible Cultural Heritage Craft Experience Center" on each floor. I glanced at it and the price is not cheap, but many people have experienced it. * There is also a Xinjiang earthenware art exhibition on the 4th floor, don’t miss it!

Of the six floors of permanent exhibitions, I only had time to visit one. The benevolent-looking Bodhisattva, the incredibly lifelike, intricately carved shrimp, the little squirrel among the grapes… They perfectly embody the spirit of craftsmanship, demonstrating extraordinary skill and artistry.

The National Arts and Crafts Museum is much less crowded after the Spring Festival. I finally had a chance to see the New Year's exhibition on the first floor. It's lively and festive! The most adorable things are the colorful pasta displays, which dazzled me. Who would have thought that Wanggezhuang Big Steamed Buns are also intangible cultural heritage? The exhibition countdown is on! It closes on March 2.

When visiting the China National Arts and Crafts Museum, I found myself wandering into the cultural and creative products store. As I walked around, I felt like I had entered another exhibition hall of the museum. The store was filled with a dazzling array of various craft gifts and a wide variety of cultural and creative products, leaving me a bit overwhelmed. It was evident that the store had fully utilized the resource advantages of the museum to develop such a rich collection of cultural and creative products and craft gifts. These products and gifts are infused with strong elements of Chinese culture, and I am sure that they will be loved and appreciated by audiences who have a fondness for traditional Chinese culture.

On December 4, Beijing time, "Chinese New Year - Chinese New Year Celebrations" was inscribed on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity at the 19th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage held in Asuncion, Paraguay. The China National Arts and Crafts Museum held a "Chinese New Year Exhibition". The first intangible cultural heritage version of the Chinese New Year may offer a different experience. My favorite part is the digital fireworks area (Figure 19), where there are various touch signs of fireworks and firecrackers on the wall, and pressing them will release digital fireworks. Many children have already come here to experience the Chinese New Year!

Continuing to share the permanent exhibition on the 5th floor of the China National Arts and Crafts Museum - "Cultural Context and Chinese Style", this time sharing about "screens": Images 1 to 4, Chao embroidery screen with dragons Image 5, Gold embroidery screen with cranes Image 6, Lacquer screen with Tang Dynasty palace scene Image 7, Bamboo carving screen with Huizhou merchants Image 8, Su embroidery screen with golden pheasants Opening hours: 9:00 am–5:00 pm (last entry at 4:00 pm) Closed on Mondays Venue address: No. 16, Hujing East Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing Transportation: Subway 🚇 to Olympic Park Station The museum is free to enter, but you must make a reservation online in advance and enter with your ID card 📣 Latest news: From January 1, 2025, the China National Arts and Crafts Museum and the Museum of the Communist Party of China will be open to each other's visitors. You can visit both museums with a reservation for one.

📍Attraction address: No. 16, Hujing East Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing 🚗Attraction transportation: Get off at Olympic Park Station on Metro Line 8 👍️Must-visit attraction: The design concept of the China National Arts and Crafts Museum and the China Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum is derived from the deep excavation and refinement of traditional Chinese culture. The overall design of the building draws on the proportions of the Hall of Supreme Harmony in classical Chinese architecture. The building's floor plan is symmetrical along the central axis, reflecting the symmetrical aesthetics of traditional Chinese architecture. The building facade is divided into three sections, from bottom to top: a stone base, a transparent platform layer, and a floating building layer, representing the sky, earth, and people in traditional Chinese culture, and embodying the beauty of harmony in traditional Chinese architecture. The sense of space here is great, and the choice of location is very important when taking photos. Here are some tips: 1️⃣ For the exterior facade, as shown in picture 5, the person should be in the center and closer to the photographer, so that the person is larger and definitely the main subject. 2️⃣ For interior shots, as shown in picture 2, the person should be at the golden ratio point (about three-fifths). Of course, the person should still be closer to the photographer, otherwise, in such a large space, you will definitely be the background. 3️⃣ The person does not have to face the camera, which can create a relaxed feeling. Of course, if you are good at managing your expressions, a frontal shot will definitely be good. 🎟️Ticket information: Make a reservation in advance on the "China National Arts and Crafts Museum" WeChat official account. No ticket is required.

📍Address: No. 16 Hujing East Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing 🚗Transportation: Take Subway Line 8 or 15 to Olympic Park Station. 👍️Must-visit Attraction: The China National Arts and Crafts Museum mainly houses works from various arts and crafts categories, including jade carving, stone carving, bamboo and wood carving, ivory and bone carving, weaving, dyeing and embroidery, ceramics, lacquerware and lacquer art, metalwork, glass, thangka, and ethnic and folk art. These works not only showcase the exquisite craftsmanship of Chinese arts and crafts, but also reflect the rich diversity of intangible cultural heritage. As the Spring Festival approaches, the exhibitions here are full of festive vibes. Take some photos with a New Year atmosphere. Here are some tips: 1️⃣ Wear bright outerwear. This is very important for outdoor photos. However, there are many New Year-themed exhibitions here, and the colors are very bright. So, you need to wear light-colored clothes inside, otherwise, it will be difficult to take good photos. 2️⃣ [Exhibition Hall 1 and 2 on the 1st Floor] New Year - Spring Festival Theme, Photo 2. This is the best place to take photos with a festive atmosphere. 3️⃣ [Exhibition Hall 12 on the South Side of the 6th Floor] Beautiful China - Embroidery Public Education Exhibition, Photo 6 and 9. This is the best place to take exquisite photos. 4️⃣ [Exhibition Hall 5 on the North Side of the 4th Floor] Xinjiang Pottery Art Exhibition, Photo 10. This is the best place to take artistic photos. 🎟️Tickets: Make a reservation in advance on the "China National Arts and Crafts Museum" WeChat official account. Free attraction.

1️⃣ Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Museum of Chinese Medicine 📍｜Inside Beijing University of Chinese Medicine ⏰｜Tue–Sat 8:30–16:30, reservation required Learn about traditional Chinese medicine in one place 2️⃣ China National Arts and Crafts Museum 📍｜16 Hujing East Road ⏰｜Tue–Sun 9:00–17:00, reservation required Experience a museum with a national aesthetic, the Spring Festival-themed special exhibition is amazing! 3️⃣ China Customs Museum 📍｜2 Jianguomen Inner Street ⏰｜Tue–Sun 9:00–16:30 The exhibits include items seized by customs over the years, which are shocking! 4️⃣ First Historical Archives of China 📍｜9 Qinian Street ⏰｜Mon–Fri 8:30–16:30, Sat 9:00–17:00 The most authoritative "encyclopedia" of the imperial city, with precious books from the Ming and Qing dynasties, don't miss the Longgui Hall and Jinkui Hall 5️⃣ Central Management Center of Gifts and Cultural Relics 📍｜1 Xixinglong Street ⏰｜Tue–Sun 9:00–17:00, reservation required A museum dedicated to national gifts, the gift-giving ceiling is a feast for the eyes 6️⃣ Military Museum of the Chinese People's Revolution 📍｜9 Fuxing Road ⏰｜Tue–Sun 10:00–17:00, reservation required No boy can refuse such a museum, the exhibits are all real, eye-opening! 7️⃣ Capital Museum 📍｜16 Fuxingmen Outer Street ⏰｜Tue–Sun 9:00–17:00, reservation required The upgraded Capital Museum is enough to represent the city, learn about 3,000 years of Beijing's history here, the Old Beijing Folk Customs Exhibition on the sixth floor of the West Wing is a must-see

There is an exhibition at the China National Arts and Crafts Museum and China Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum that introduces the arts and crafts of Fuzhou, a city with a long history. Fuzhou, formerly known as Min, is a city with the reputation of "Zou Lu by the Sea", surrounded by mountains on three sides, facing the sea on one side, with the Min River running through it, and two towers standing opposite each other. It has been a place of cultural gathering since ancient times. Fuzhou's exquisite traditional arts and crafts make this historical and cultural city shine and famous. Countless craftsmen, with their persistent pursuit of beauty, have been deeply rooted in the fertile soil of craftsmanship with their perseverance. They have not only inherited the ingenuity of thousands of years, but also dared to explore in the process of keeping the right and innovating, injecting new life and vitality into traditional crafts, making them still vibrant in modern society. "Min Mountains and Min Waters, New Things" This exhibition brings together the most representative crafts of Fuzhou, with colorful lacquer art, warm and elegant Shoushan stone carvings, exquisite wood carvings, and delicate cork paintings, to comprehensively showcase Fuzhou's traditional crafts. Among them, Shoushan stone carving, Fuzhou bodiless lacquerware painting and decoration techniques, and cork painting are national intangible cultural heritage representative projects, and Fuzhou wood carving (Xiangyuan) is a provincial intangible cultural heritage representative project. Hundreds of carefully selected masterpieces are not only the crystallization of craftsmen's hard work, but also a vivid interpretation of the rich cultural expression and creativity of the Chinese nation. Each piece carries the long-standing cultural history of Fuzhou and the extraordinary wisdom of craftsmen, either grand and magnificent, reflecting the spirit of the times, or gentle and moving, telling the story of human life, together painting a magnificent picture that vividly reflects the changes in Chinese society. The exhibition is divided into "Lacquer Colorful Chapter Painting Min", "Heavenly Heritage Treasures Born in Min", "Exquisite Carving Reflecting Three Mountains", and "Exquisite Carving Shining Left Sea".

Chinese New Year - Spring Festival Theme Exhibition will be held at the China Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum from December 21, 2024 to March 2, 2025. The exhibition is centered around the Spring Festival, starting from the Winter Solstice to the Lantern Festival, and is divided into five sections: Preface Hall, Farewell to the Old and Welcome the New, Reunion and Blessing, Happy Year and Song, and Celebration. The exhibition showcases intangible cultural heritage projects related to the Spring Festival from various regions, allowing people to experience the strong festive atmosphere and joyful and harmonious atmosphere.

Visit to the China National Arts and Crafts Museum and Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum Recently, I have been obsessed with national intangible cultural heritage projects. I heard that there is an Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum in Beijing, so I went there on a weekday, thinking that there would be fewer people and I could quietly enjoy the beauty of intangible cultural heritage. As soon as I arrived at the museum, I was attracted by the Spring Festival intangible cultural heritage exhibition on the first basement floor. I thought there would be fewer people, but the line for the rubbing of the Chinese character "Fu" was more than ten meters long. It seems that people are still enthusiastic about traditional New Year customs. However, this also made me feel the strong atmosphere of the New Year. Here, I saw dough figurines and paper-cutting from my hometown Shanxi, and the familiar elements made me feel very close. There were also other Spring Festival special items from various places, which were dazzling. The intangible cultural heritage performances on site were wonderful, and the lively atmosphere immediately brought me into the lively scene of the traditional Spring Festival. Going upstairs, the Suzhou Craftsmanship Exhibition came into view. The exquisite Suzhou embroidery is amazing, with peonies being delicate, scenery being beautiful, and animals being lifelike. Every stitch and thread is embroidered with the beauty of Jiangnan. The jade exhibition is also unique, with the jade in cyan tone exuding the unique warmth of the south, as hazy as mist and rain, as if telling a gentle story. The Xinjiang Pavilion is a world of its own, with many exquisite pottery jars placed in it. The unbaked yellow pottery jars at the entrance are simple and special, while the baked pottery jars are colorful and beautiful. Being in it, I felt like I had stepped into a mysterious exotic desert and experienced the unique style of the Western Regions. On the top floor, intangible cultural heritage exhibitions from all over the country are gathered together. The charm of Peking Opera and Kunqu Opera is long-lasting, the lion dance is full of vitality, and the kites are colorful, each of which is dazzling. In addition to the Spring Festival exhibition, there are also many children on this floor. They curiously shuttle between the exhibits, injecting new vitality into the inheritance of intangible cultural heritage. This visit to the China National Arts and Crafts Museum and Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum gave me a deeper understanding and appreciation of intangible cultural heritage, and made me cherish these precious cultural treasures even more.

Splendid China: Embroidery Public Education Exhibition will open at the China Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum on October 18, 2024. The exhibition will feature 200 pieces/sets of representative and typical embroidery from different regions and ethnic groups in China, including Suzhou embroidery, Shu embroidery, Xiang embroidery, Cantonese embroidery, Beijing embroidery, Miao embroidery, Manchu embroidery, Shui embroidery, and horsehair embroidery. The exhibition will be divided into five sections: "Yellow River Embroidery," "Yangtze River Embroidery," "Cotton Blossom Embroidery," "Northern Embroidery," and "Southern Embroidery." The exhibition will showcase the history and contemporary development of Chinese embroidery, allowing more visitors to learn about China's excellent traditional culture.

China National Arts and Crafts Museum is highly recommended! The exhibits are diverse and the craftsmanship is exquisite. You'll be amazed as you walk around! The pictures shown here are just a small part of it. To be honest, is there anything more cost-effective than visiting a museum? It's free, educational, and a good workout. It's a great value! Tip: The National Museum of Archaeology is nearby, so you can visit both on the same day.

The current exhibition at the China National Arts and Crafts Museum and China Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum features 60 traditional art and craft projects, including embroidery, paper cutting, clay sculpture, wood carving, and stone carving, with a total of nearly 100 intangible cultural heritage items! The fish lantern and lion dance booths are available for photo-taking, and there are also a few opportunities to participate in intangible cultural heritage handicraft making in the museum. ​ ​The second photo shows a weathered wood carving titled "Obsession," which conveys a sense of being weather-beaten, devoutly seeking the truth, while also evoking the feeling of enduring snow, rain, wind, and frost, and the loneliness and hardships of the journey. I like this carving.

The "Various Scenes - Thematic Exhibition on China's Intangible Cultural Heritage Protection Practice" hosted by the China Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum will be opened on June 7, 2024 at the China Art Museum and the China Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum. The exhibition displays more than 100 national representative intangible cultural heritage items and items included in the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List, and more than 600 exhibits, covering the ten major categories of intangible cultural heritage. Through text, pictures, real objects and scenes, multimedia interaction and multi-angle three-dimensional display, the contemporary style of intangible cultural heritage that adheres to the truth and innovates, inherits the past and opens up the present is presented. The exhibition emphasizes the vitality and richness of intangible cultural heritage, deeply explores and displays the cultural connotations and contemporary values ​​contained in intangible cultural heritage, and promotes the integration of intangible cultural heritage into contemporary life.

I visited the China National Museum of Arts and Crafts these past two days, where there was an embroidery public education exhibition called "Beautiful China". I went in and took a look. The embroidery here can only be described as exquisite and exquisite. I was stunned by it. My favorite part here is the cat with its head tilted up in thought, it looks so lifelike. It seemed as if he would turn around and look at me in the next second. I don't really know much about Chinese embroidery. I just know that China has four famous embroidery styles. After watching the Splendid China exhibition this time, I have a direct and profound understanding of Suzhou embroidery, which ranks first among the four famous embroidery styles. All in all, the trip was worthwhile. My home is near the China National Museum of Arts and Crafts, so I can visit the exhibitions here often. This is a benefit to our neighborhood residents. According to the explanation, Xiaohuo’s home is talking about these Suzhou embroidery masterpieces. They belong to the author personally, and the author is old and there is no one to pass on the skills, so these Suzhou embroidery masterpieces exhibited this time may be the last chance for everyone to see the originals. If you like it, I sincerely recommend you to visit it as soon as possible, it will definitely be worth the trip.

The amazing artwork 🖼️ is worthy of national-level aesthetics! If you can't get a reservation for the National Museum of China, I highly recommend the China National Arts and Crafts Museum! 🥳🥳 ✅ The basic visit includes: 🔹 1st floor: Café/multi-function exhibition hall 🔹 2nd floor: Main entrance hall 🔹 4th and 5th floors: Most of the exhibits ✅ The corridor on the 4th floor features an exhibition of clay sculptures of Chinese clothing throughout history, made by a senior arts and crafts artist from "Niren Zhang." The sculptures are vivid and colorful, showcasing the beauty of Chinese clothing throughout history! ✅ You can get free stamps on the 1st floor, with 6 stamps available. There are also other cultural and creative products, and you can have a coffee and rest. 🎬 About reservations: You can make a free reservation on the "China National Arts and Crafts Museum" mini program [Closed on Mondays]‼️‼️ ⏰ Opening hours: 9:00–17:00, last entry at 16:00! 📍 Address: No. 16 Hujing East Road, Chaoyang District 🚄 Transportation: Take Exit G of Olympic Park Station on Metro Line 8, and walk for about 5 minutes

Jointly organized by the China National Arts and Crafts Museum (China Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum), the Department of Culture and Tourism of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, and the Bureau of Culture, Sports, Radio, Television and Tourism of Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps, and supported by the Kashgar Prefecture Bureau of Culture, Radio, Television and Tourism, Xinjiang Arts University, and Shihezi University, the "Xinjiang Pottery Art Exhibition" is held at the China National Arts and Crafts Museum (China Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum). By strengthening the study of the history of the Chinese nation and the pattern of diversity and unity of the Chinese nation, and by fully exploring and effectively utilizing the historical facts, archaeological artifacts, and cultural heritage of the exchanges between the various ethnic groups in Xinjiang, the exhibition presents the fact that Xinjiang has been an inseparable part of China since ancient times, and that Xinjiang is a multi-ethnic region and an important member of the Chinese family. Through the protection and inheritance of Xinjiang's intangible cultural heritage and the promotion of exhibitions, we are able to carry forward the excellent traditional culture of all ethnic groups. The exhibition is aimed at promoting China's excellent traditional culture and strengthening the awareness of the Chinese nation, and is divided into three sections: "The Road of Painted Pottery", "The Same Style for Thousands of Miles", and "Inheritance of Intangible Cultural Heritage". The exhibition features more than 800 pieces of Xinjiang pottery, as well as images of pottery unearthed in Xinjiang from prehistoric times to the present, and related artifacts of pottery techniques included in the national intangible cultural heritage list, such as molds for molding, Xinjiang pottery pattern molds, clay pigments, porcelain clay pigments, glaze minerals, and experimental glaze covers, to show the historical culture, modern life, and future inheritance of pottery.

Dunhuang's cultural heritage is dazzling, and its humanistic stories are long-lasting. Chang Shuhong and Chang Shana are important representatives in modern Chinese art history. Dunhuang's significance to the China Academy of Art and society is self-evident, both for its historical value and its contribution to contemporary life. Under Lin Huiyin's guidance, Chang Shana entered the design field, using Dunhuang's cultural heritage as a guide to create new practical art. In the early 20th century, many predecessors like Chang Shuhong experienced the pain of war and national turmoil, leading to a deep-rooted patriotism. This sentiment was deeply ingrained in their souls, influencing their actions and thoughts. Inspired by her father, Chang Shana dedicated her talents to the revival of Chinese culture. Her influence spans art, design, and education. Chang Shuhong once said, "If there's a next life, I want to be Chang Shuhong again to fulfill my unfinished dreams!" At 94, Chang Shana often says, "How did I get old? I still have so much to do!" She feels the historical opportunity of this era and is determined to seize it. At 12, Chang Shana followed her father to Dunhuang. Her study of Dunhuang murals was an active integration, not passive learning. Encouraged by adults, she worked hard, developing a strong foundation despite her youthful inexperience. This exhibition showcases her unique artistic style, developed over 80 years of exploration. She often says, "Art and design must build on the past, drawing from traditional culture and nature. Understanding cultural heritage is key to innovation." Address: China National Arts and Crafts Museum, China Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum Opening hours: 9:00–17:00 (Last entry at 16:00) Closed on Mondays

Okay, here's an introduction to the exhibits at the China Arts and Crafts Museum: ## Title: [Explore] China Arts and Crafts Museum! The perfect fusion of traditional art and modern design🎨✨ Hello, guys! Today I'm going to take you to a place full of artistic atmosphere and cultural charm - the China Arts and Crafts Museum. Not only are there a wealth of arts and crafts on display, but there are also a variety of art activities and workshops waiting for you to participate in. Today, let me, a travel blogger, introduce you to some must-see exhibits!🌟 ### 1. Jade Carving "Dragon and Phoenix" - **Introduction**: This jade carving work takes the dragon and phoenix as the theme, implying good luck. The carving is fine, the lines are smooth, showing the superb skills of traditional Chinese jade carving. ### 2. Ceramic Artwork "Blue and White Porcelain" - **Introduction**: Blue and white porcelain is one of the representatives of traditional Chinese porcelain, known for its unique blue and white colors and exquisite patterns. This blue and white porcelain work is elegant in shape and bright in glaze, and is a treasure for collectors. ### 3. Brocade Painting "Silk Road" - **Introduction**: Brocade is a traditional Chinese silk craft, known for its bright colors and complex patterns. This brocade painting depicts the magnificent scenery of the Silk Road, showing the prosperity of ancient business travelers and cultural exchanges. The above is part of the exhibits of the China Arts and Crafts Museum that I introduced to you! Each one is a masterpiece created by artists with painstaking effort and is worth savoring. I hope you like it~ Remember to follow me, more travel tips are waiting for you to discover~ 🎉🛫

Xinjiang, also known as the Western Regions, was officially incorporated into the territory of the motherland when the Western Han Dynasty established the Protectorate of the Western Regions in Xinjiang in 60 AD. However, the exchanges and integration between Xinjiang and the Central Plains began as early as prehistoric times. Symbols of Chinese civilization such as painted pottery, jade, and silk closely connect the Central Plains with the Tianshan Mountains, Kunlun Mountains, and Altai Mountains. The history of pottery making in Xinjiang is long, and pottery from different periods has different characteristics, carrying regional culture and witnessing the exchanges between Eastern and Western civilizations. This exhibition selects pictures of pottery unearthed in Xinjiang from prehistoric times to various periods, as well as related objects of pottery technology included in the national list of representative projects of intangible cultural heritage, as the main content of this exhibition, to show the historical culture, modern life and future inheritance carried by pottery. Each piece of pottery sparkles and nourishes the Chinese skills and state of mind. Water, mud, firewood, and the metallic luster refracted by the glaze, the five elements are repeated, and life is endless. Address: China Arts and Crafts Museum, China Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 (Admission stops at 16:00) Closed on Mondays

Beijing, Tianjin, Hebei, and Inner Mongolia are connected by mountains and rivers, share a common geographical area, and have close cultural and historical ties. In the new era, the four regions have become more interactive in terms of cultural heritage protection in economic and social development. To celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China and to showcase the fruitful results of the implementation of the national strategy for coordinated development of Beijing, Tianjin, and Hebei over the past decade, the four history and culture research museums have deepened their exchanges and cooperation to jointly hold this art exhibition. The exhibition aims to empower regional economic and social development and cultural prosperity with excellent Chinese culture, and to contribute to the construction of Chinese-style modernization with the power of history and culture. The nearly 100 paintings on display in this exhibition are mostly selected from the fine collections of the four history and culture museums. They include both masterpieces of traditional painting schools and recent works by new-generation painters, presenting the magnificent mountains and rivers, profound culture, local customs, and landscape features of Beijing, Tianjin, Hebei, and Inner Mongolia in different artistic styles.

China has always been known as the "country of etiquette" and "country of clothing and crowns". Chinese costumes, as an important part of traditional Chinese culture, have undergone thousands of years of evolution and development, carrying rich historical and cultural connotations. The "Chinese Costume. Clay Color - Chinese Costume Exhibition" organized by the China Arts and Crafts Museum and the China Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum is arranged in chronological order and divided into eight units. Through nearly 160 clay sculptures in the style of "Clay Man Zhang", the exhibition presents the evolution of Chinese costumes from the Qin and Han dynasties to the Republic of China. Walking in the exhibition hall, a group of clay sculptures in costumes come into view. The deep clothes with curved hems in the Qin Dynasty, the gorgeous skirts in the Tang and Song dynasties, and the complicated python robes in the Ming and Qing dynasties. As the dynasties change, Chinese costumes continue to change in style and style. Each period has its unique style and meaning, and the performers are amazing. These clay sculptures are based on the image materials of the museum's collection, and are planned by Ms. Xu Chao, the former president of the Chinese Costume Society, and strive to present the most realistic costume styles and typical costumes of people in various historical periods. The works in the exhibition are vivid in overall shape, bright in color, and appropriately summarized. They seem to lead the audience through time and space, and immerse themselves in the grand scene of Chinese costumes in different times. Through the exhibition, the audience can not only have a deep understanding of the long-standing etiquette system and the prosperous crown and clothing culture of the Chinese nation, but also feel the simple beauty of traditional clay sculptures and appreciate the infinite charm of Chinese national costume culture. Address: China Arts and Crafts Museum, China Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum. Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 (Stop entering at 16:00) Closed on Monday

❤Recommended reason: As soon as you enter the "Five-color Brocade - Chinese Costume Culture Exhibition", you will be attracted by various costumes in the exhibition hall! This exhibition shows Chinese costumes in different periods and different regional environments. It is a feast of Chinese costume culture! There are as many as 228 pieces (sets) of costumes on display, and 139 pieces (sets) are collections of the Museum of Ethnic Costumes of Beijing Institute of Clothing Technology. 👍Most recommended: Brocade clothing section: The ancient costumes are restored, showing the representative costumes from the Qin and Han dynasties to the Ming Dynasty, reproducing the style of ancient Chinese costumes. The costumes here not only restore the classic form of costumes, but also show the unique ingenuity of traditional skills through exquisite details such as brocade and printing. The use of materials and the choice of colors are closer to historical reality! The entire exhibition is wonderful and interprets the beauty of Chinese costumes from multiple angles, the beauty of decoration, and the beauty of nature! 💰Consumption: Free! 🕙Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 (closed on Monday) 📍Detailed address: China Arts and Crafts Museum, China Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum is located at: No. 16, Hujing East Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing (About 230 meters northwest of the intersection of Beichen East Road and Datun Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing) 🚉Transportation: Subway Line 8/15 Olympic Park Station (Exit G) Subway Line 15 Anli Road Station (Exit A) 📝Note tips: On-site appointment is available, free admission!

Hey buddies, today I want to take you on a journey to the magical world of craftsmanship—the China Craft Art Museum, which quietly sits on the gentle edge of Olympic Forest Park. As soon as you step through the mysterious door, you are instantly surrounded by a rich artistic atmosphere. The first thing that catches your eye is a dazzling silver giant tree. It is not just a decoration but more like a magical key to the ancient world of craftsmanship, making you stop and gaze at this retro beauty from the future. 🌲✨ As we delve deeper, it feels like stepping into a giant treasure trove. Each exhibit tells a story of a thousand years, shining with the wisdom and sweat of craftsmen. Gold, silver, and jade artifacts gleam under the soft lights. They are either simple and elegant or complex and luxurious. Every smooth line and every exquisite carving reveal the craftsmen's ultimate pursuit of beauty. I seem to hear the crisp sound of metal clashing and feel the focused gaze and warmth of their hands as they carve. The lacquerware section offers a different flavor. Hidden within the deep black are colorful worlds. Every stroke appears so steady and powerful, making one marvel at the ancient people's ingenious use of color and light. The stoneware section is even more eye-opening. Those seemingly simple stones can be transformed into such vivid forms in the hands of craftsmen. Whether it's majestic mythical beasts or lively birds and animals, they are all awe-inspiring. The textile area is a gentle ocean. Silk, cotton, linen, embroidery... each exudes a soft luster, with delicate textures and beautiful patterns, making one want to touch and feel that ancient warmth and softness. Even the little one is deeply attracted by these exquisite exhibits. He curiously looks at each piece, his eyes sparkling with curiosity and longing for the unknown world. I know this is not just a visual feast but also a spiritual baptism, allowing us to find a moment of peace and beauty in our busy lives. If you also long for an encounter with beauty, why not take your family to the China Craft Art Museum this weekend and feel the timeless craftsmanship? Trust me, you will be captivated by the artistic charm here! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🎉

Chinese clothing culture is an important part of China's excellent traditional culture, one of the forms of Chinese civilization, and a significant component of China's intangible cultural heritage. The diverse clothing and costumes throughout history reflect the deep interaction between the Chinese nation and its complex living environment. They are scientific, sociological, and cultural. From these garments, one can intuitively see the wisdom of harmonious coexistence between humans and nature, such as the choice of materials and the creation of tools. Additionally, one can perceive the unique expression of Chinese clothing culture since ancient times, such as the romance and restraint behind praise and respect. This 'Colorful Brocade Cluster - Exhibition of Chinese Clothing Culture' is jointly organized by the China Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum and Beijing Institute of Fashion Technology. A total of 228 classic garments and costumes are on display, making it a grand feast of Chinese clothing culture. The exhibition aims to promote the excellent traditional clothing culture of the Chinese nation and is divided into four content units: ethnic clothing, clothing protection, clothing restoration, and clothing innovation. It comprehensively showcases the forms of Chinese clothing in different periods and regional environments. The exhibited items are diverse in style, varied in material, colorful, elegant, and exquisitely crafted, leaving visitors in awe. These magnificent and exquisite exhibits are sure to make Chinese people proud. Through such rich and colorful clothing, the audience can not only appreciate the composite nature of Chinese culture but also recognize the great creativity and romantic sentiments of their ancestors. Address: China Arts and Crafts, China Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum Opening hours: 9:00—17:00 (Entry stops at 16:00) Closed on Mondays

The 'Heavenly Clouds and Human Weaving: Jin Wen Yun Brocade Art Exhibition' is currently being held at the China National Arts and Crafts Museum. At this exhibition, visitors can admire the rare and exquisite Yun brocade artworks. Jin Wen, born in 1954 in Nanjing, Jiangsu, joined the Nanjing Arts and Crafts Company in 1973, and later transferred to the Nanjing Yun Brocade Research Institute. He apprenticed under the remaining dozen or so Yun brocade artisans, learning the craft of Yun brocade weaving and mastering the entire Yun brocade manufacturing process. For decades, he has been engaged in Yun brocade weaving and research. He is a renowned Yun brocade artist, a national-level Yun brocade art master, a Chinese arts and crafts master, a representative inheritor of China's intangible cultural heritage (Yun brocade), and a representative inheritor of the national intangible cultural heritage Nanjing Yun brocade wooden loom flower weaving technique. He is acclaimed as the 'First Person in Dragon Robe Weaving'. Address: China National Arts and Crafts Museum Opening Hours: 9:00—17:00 (Entry stops at 16:00) Closed on Mondays