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Established in 1958, Chengdu Museum stands as the largest comprehensive city museum in Southwest China. In 2006, it gained another title. The State Council approved it as the National Shadow Puppetry Museum in Chengdu. This made it the first national museum in Sichuan Province. It remains the only one of its kind in Chengdu.
Since its new venue opened in 2016, nearly 16 million visitors have walked through its doors. The museum spans a vast area. It covers about 11,333 square meters. The total floor area reaches around 65,000 square meters. Around 20,000 square meters are dedicated to exhibitions.
Inside, you will find three permanent exhibitions. “Full Bloom of the Brocade City” showcases Chengdu’s history and culture. It covers ancient times, recent historical periods, and folk customs. “Shadow Play and Puppetry of China” dives into this unique art form. “Man and Nature: Donations from Kenneth E. Behring” displays these special donations.
The museum boasts a collection of nearly 300,000 historical artifacts. Shadow puppets, masterpieces of paintings, and calligraphy are also featured. These cultural relics span from the Neolithic period to the Republic of China. This creates a complete collection across eras.
Chengdu Museum actively integrates into the city’s development. It strives to build a world-renowned cultural city. The museum has received nearly 30 national-level awards. These include recognition from the National Cultural Heritage Administration. The Museums Association of China has also honored it.
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In 2022, Chengdu Museum ranked among the Top 100 Most-searched Museums. It also gained recognition for its overseas influence. Since September 2020, the museum launched China’s first “Weekend Children’s Museum.” It has benefited almost 50,000 families.
Chengdu Museum collaborates with over 40 schools. This is through the “Ba-Shu Culture Into the Campus” project. It has served over 20,000 students. The museum embodies the idea that “a museum is a big school.”
Today, Chengdu Museum stands as a cultural landmark. It is an encyclopedia that records Chengdu’s history. It serves as a spiritual home for the people of Chengdu. The museum strives to achieve national excellence and international influence. It aims to become a metropolitan museum. So, as you explore, remember you are walking through a place that treasures the past. It also embraces the future of Chengdu.