Introduction
- The National Museum of China (NMC) was established in 2003 after the amalgamation of the National Museum of Chinese History and the National Museum of Chinese Revolution, but its history can be traced back to 1912 when the Preparatory Office of the National Museum of History was founded. After a development of more than 100 years, NMC has become an important platform for collection, protection and display of cultural relics, social education and scientific research as well as international historical and cultural exchanges. With a floor area of nearly 200,000 square meters, NMC is the largest single-building museum in the world. Read more
Exhibitions
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Beijing exhibition focuses on craftsmanship of Quyang stone art The "Ingenious Craftsmanship—Stone Carvings of Quyang" exhibition has opened at the National Museum of China in Beijing. Date: Starting from July 24 Read more
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Step into Caravaggio’s world at National Museum of China Here is a chance to appreciate Caravaggio (1571-1610) through his "Mary Magdalene in Ecstasy" masterpiece at the National Museum of China’s latest exhibition in Beijing. Date: Nov 8, 2024 - March 2025 Read more
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Explore brilliance of Zeng and Chu cultures at NMC Zeng and Chu were two states flourishing in the Jianghan Plain in Central China’s Hubei over two millennia ago. Discover the two states’ rich history and craftsmanship during the late Chinese Bronze Age at the latest exhibition at the National Museum of China in Beijing! Date: Sept 14, 2024 - Dec 16, 2024 Read more
Stories
Fashion chief shows how art brings people together
Return of bronze heads from France to China signifies how countries can build bridges to the future, Lin Qi reports.
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