The Tang Xianzu Memorial Hall in Fuzhou is a comprehensive cultural venue built to commemorate Tang Xianzu, one of the world’s hundred great cultural figures and a master of Ming‑dynasty drama in China. It is also one of Jiangxi Province’s ten major memorial halls dedicated to historical luminaries.
Pressing On Without Ceasing, Striving Ahead with Determination—A Review of the Fuzhou City Tang Xianzu Memorial Hall’s Work in 2022
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2023-03-08
Our 2022
This year, our institution has steadfastly positioned Party building as the overarching driving force behind all its work. Under the leadership of the Bureau’s Party Leadership Group, guided by the spirit of the Sixth Plenary Session of the 19th CPC Central Committee, the 20th National Congress of the CPC, and Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, we have consciously upheld the “two establishments.”
Strengthen the “Four Consciousnesses,” firmly uphold the “Four Confidences,” and ensure the “Two Upholds.”
First, in studying the spirit of the Party, we emphasize placing political development first, requiring all Party members to take the lead in upholding political principles, observing discipline, demonstrating Party consciousness, and adhering to principles. Second, we will strengthen publicity on Party-building knowledge, fully harness the positive energy of Party work, and foster unity and solidarity from top to bottom, so that…
It provides strong support for the realization of the Chinese Dream of national rejuvenation. Third, ideological work has been integrated into all aspects of the unit’s operations, elevating political awareness and ensuring adherence to the correct political direction, thereby offering robust political safeguards for the high-quality development of the unit’s work. Fourth, publicity efforts have been strengthened to foster a clean and upright political environment.
Cultivating a culture of integrity. Leveraging institutional media to promote a culture of diligence and incorruptibility, we are delving into the contemporary relevance of Tang Xianzu’s ideas on these values, striving to forge a locally distinctive culture of integrity. We have established a cultural corridor dedicated to this theme, showcasing Tang Xianzu’s teachings on diligence and probity, thereby ensuring that this cultural ethos takes root in the broader effort to build a clean and upright governance system.
They visited the Wenchangli Red Culture Museum to carry out the practical activity “Listen to the Party, Follow the Party, and Be Grateful to the Party”; organized a tour of the Municipal Education Center for Comprehensively Strengthening Party Governance; went to the Xinglao Nursing Home in Zhanping Town to hold a charitable outreach and free‑clinic event titled “Warmly Welcoming the 20th National Congress—Deep Care for Our Elders”; and, amid the severe COVID‑19 prevention and control situation…
By proactively engaging with communities, Party members have exemplified their commitment to serving the people, thereby enhancing their ideological awareness and sense of public service. As a result, the Party branch’s cohesion and combat effectiveness have been further strengthened.
02 Big Data
As of the end of 2022, the Tang Xianzu Memorial Hall in Fuzhou City welcomed a total of 332,000 visitors for the year, including 251,000 in-person and 81,000 online.
A total of 25 temporary exhibitions were held, along with 48 public education events, and 222 guided tours and visitor receptions were provided.
A total of 81 items were collected throughout the year.
03 Exhibition Display
This year, our museum explored a brand-new curatorial model, integrating exhibition themes, exhibition outlines, formal design, scholarly underpinning, and educational programming into the exhibition planning and production process. In pursuit of diverse display approaches, we mounted a total of 25 original temporary exhibitions throughout the year. Specifically…
They are on display at scenic spots, cultural plazas, community commercial districts, schools, and other venues. Among them, five newly designed temporary exhibitions are being presented for the first time, including “All the World Is Driven by Love, and Love Gives Rise to Poetry—An Appreciation of Tang Xianzu’s Poems” and “The East Wind Blows Dreams—When Will We Awaken?—An Appreciation of the Lyrics from ‘The Story of the Southern Bough.’”
“Fuzhou Family Precepts and Family Traditions,” “Passion Forged into a Loyal Soul—The Red Revolution Chapter of Linchuan Culture,” and “Wenfeng Embraces Splendor—An Exhibition of Fuzhou’s Cultural and Museum Achievements in the New Era.”
The 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China adopted Come, General Secretary Xi Jinping Note it in various situations. Next, it was mentioned that we should “emphasize” Family, value home Teaching, emphasizing family “Wind.” In ancient times, the act of caressing… The state is home to many distinguished families. Clan, its dedication and loyalty National, diligent and honest in self-discipline Family precepts and family traditions for contemporary people There is still strong reference value. Meaning.
2. Organize public cultural activities that benefit the people.
This year, our museum collaborated with the Fuzhou Municipal Bureau of Culture, Radio, Television, Press and Tourism to successfully organize the 2022 Tang Xianzu Drama Festival and International Exchange Month. Leveraging public holidays and various themed event days, we delved deeply into Tang Xianzu–related cultural heritage, proactively planned “Four-Entry” cultural initiatives, and capitalized on International Museum Day (May 18)…
On holidays such as Cultural and Natural Heritage Day, the Spring Festival, International Labor Day, Qixi Festival, Mid-Autumn Festival, and National Day, a variety of cultural activities open to the public are organized, fostering a strong atmosphere for promoting China’s fine traditional culture and meeting the public’s cultural needs during festive occasions.
3. Strengthen library–school collaboration
This year, our museum has fully leveraged its role as a base for patriotic education and a site for study-and-travel programs for primary and secondary school students, supporting teachers and students in conducting educational field trips. We have also signed cooperation agreements with universities and schools at all levels, actively reaching out to Zhanping Central Primary School, the Second Primary School of the High-tech Zone, and Lin…
Schools such as the No. 15 Primary School in Chuan District have launched a series of initiatives, developing high-quality curricula on Tang Xianzu’s cultural heritage and intangible cultural heritage tailored to young learners, thereby continuously fostering an “extended classroom” for students.
05 Explanation and Reception
This year, in response to epidemic prevention and control requirements and while limiting group visits, our museum hosted a total of 222 guided tours and receptions, successfully welcoming Li Qun, Member of the Party Leadership Group and Vice Minister of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism; Gu Yucai, Deputy Secretary of the Party Leadership Group and Deputy Director-General of the National Cultural Heritage Administration; and representatives from the Central…
It has undertaken official hospitality duties for visiting cadres on secondment, leading officials at provincial and municipal levels, and government teams at all tiers, while also providing high-quality cultural tourism services to study‑tour groups, tourist parties organized by travel agencies, and individual visitors.
06 Collection Management
This year, our museum has refined its management systems and safety protocols for all types of collections, ensuring clear inventory records, accurate authentication, meticulous cataloging, proper storage, and convenient access. We have also completed the establishment of a museum‑wide collections database, further advancing the sharing of collection‑related information.
Over the course of the year, a total of 81 items were acquired, significantly expanding our museum’s collection. We have actively promoted inter-museum exchanges of collection resources and supported the development of regional museums, donating a set of facsimiles of the “Wen Chang Tang Clan Genealogy” from the 32nd year of the Guangxu reign of the Qing Dynasty to the Linchuan District Museum.
07 Promotion and marketing
This year, our institution made full use of social media to promote cultural outreach. Throughout the year, our official website, WeChat official account, Douyin, and other digital platforms published more than 400 posts, covering event announcements, public service advertisements, scenic‑spot highlights, and more. Total views exceeded 81,000, effectively advancing the promotion of Tang Weng culture and enhancing our institution’s visibility among online audiences.
08 Epidemic Prevention and Control
This year, our museum rigorously implemented all epidemic‑prevention and control measures, upholding the principle of putting people’s lives first. We established a robust monitoring system, adopted science‑based, precision‑driven strategies, and maintained routine prevention and control efforts, thereby ensuring the health and safety of both visitors and staff to the greatest extent possible. Amid a severe and complex epidemic situation, we proactively mobilized all employees to promptly join community‑level volunteer services, adhering to the unified coordination of local authorities, facing challenges head‑on, shouldering heavy responsibilities, and demonstrating the commitment and sense of duty characteristic of museum professionals through concrete actions.
09 Learning and Training
This year, in response to the museum’s practical operational needs, we actively carried out professional skills training for staff and employees. We organized two sessions of fire safety training and two fire‑safety drills; participated in seven specialized training programs—covering exhibition design, cultural heritage conservation, and short‑video production for museums—conducted at the national and provincial levels; provided two sessions of tour‑guide professional training; and held one session of relevant financial‑management training.
10 Workplace Safety
Throughout the year, we consistently adhered to General Secretary Xi Jinping’s important expositions on work safety, upheld the safety philosophy of putting the people and lives first, implemented the principle of prioritizing prevention and integrating prevention with extinguishment, and focused on enhancing our organization’s capacity in the four key areas of fire safety. We organized two sessions of fire‑safety training, conducted two fire‑fighting drills, and reviewed relevant work‑safety regulations and systems on two occasions each. As a result, no major or particularly serious accidents occurred throughout the year, and all tasks set at the beginning of the year were completed with zero safety hazards.
11 Strive for outstanding achievements.
Our institution has been awarded the title of “Fuzhou City Base for Popularizing and Promoting Social Science Knowledge.”
2023
As we bid farewell to 2022, we welcome the brand-new year of 2023.
Last year, all things went as we wished; next year, the blossoms will outshine this year’s in their crimson splendor.
The strivers spare no day or night, while the dream-chasers press on in their journey to meet the challenge!
In the new year, the Tang Xianzu Memorial Hall in Fuzhou City will strive to achieve designation as a national second‑level museum, establish new national and provincial‑level bases, refine its collection system, strengthen academic research, and innovate its exhibitions and public education programs. It will vigorously promote China’s fine traditional culture and the legacy of Tang Xianzu, making active contributions to building a culturally strong socialist country and bolstering national cultural confidence.
Time flows on, and every day brings new splendor.
2022 is destined to be unforgettable.
This year
We have jointly witnessed the successful convening of the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China.
It has comprehensively launched the endeavor to build a modern socialist country.
New Journey
This year
We are opening up in an orderly manner and fighting the pandemic together.
Let us take a look back at the Tang Xianzu Memorial Hall in Fuzhou City.
What a fantastic 2022!
01 Party building leads the way.
2022 is destined to be unforgettable.
This year
We have jointly witnessed the successful convening of the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China.
It has comprehensively launched the endeavor to build a modern socialist country.
New Journey
This year
We are opening up in an orderly manner and fighting the pandemic together.
Let us take a look back at the Tang Xianzu Memorial Hall in Fuzhou City.
What a fantastic 2022!
This year, our institution has steadfastly positioned Party building as the overarching driving force behind all its work. Under the leadership of the Bureau’s Party Leadership Group, guided by the spirit of the Sixth Plenary Session of the 19th CPC Central Committee, the 20th National Congress of the CPC, and Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, we have consciously upheld the “two establishments.”
Strengthen the “Four Consciousnesses,” firmly uphold the “Four Confidences,” and ensure the “Two Upholds.”
First, in studying the spirit of the Party, we emphasize placing political development first, requiring all Party members to take the lead in upholding political principles, observing discipline, demonstrating Party consciousness, and adhering to principles. Second, we will strengthen publicity on Party-building knowledge, fully harness the positive energy of Party work, and foster unity and solidarity from top to bottom, so that…
It provides strong support for the realization of the Chinese Dream of national rejuvenation. Third, ideological work has been integrated into all aspects of the unit’s operations, elevating political awareness and ensuring adherence to the correct political direction, thereby offering robust political safeguards for the high-quality development of the unit’s work. Fourth, publicity efforts have been strengthened to foster a clean and upright political environment.
Cultivating a culture of integrity. Leveraging institutional media to promote a culture of diligence and incorruptibility, we are delving into the contemporary relevance of Tang Xianzu’s ideas on these values, striving to forge a locally distinctive culture of integrity. We have established a cultural corridor dedicated to this theme, showcasing Tang Xianzu’s teachings on diligence and probity, thereby ensuring that this cultural ethos takes root in the broader effort to build a clean and upright governance system.
By proactively engaging with communities, Party members have exemplified their commitment to serving the people, thereby enhancing their ideological awareness and sense of public service. As a result, the Party branch’s cohesion and combat effectiveness have been further strengthened.
02 Big Data
As of the end of 2022, the Tang Xianzu Memorial Hall in Fuzhou City welcomed a total of 332,000 visitors for the year, including 251,000 in-person and 81,000 online.
A total of 25 temporary exhibitions were held, along with 48 public education events, and 222 guided tours and visitor receptions were provided.
A total of 81 items were collected throughout the year.
03 Exhibition Display
This year, our museum explored a brand-new curatorial model, integrating exhibition themes, exhibition outlines, formal design, scholarly underpinning, and educational programming into the exhibition planning and production process. In pursuit of diverse display approaches, we mounted a total of 25 original temporary exhibitions throughout the year. Specifically…
They are on display at scenic spots, cultural plazas, community commercial districts, schools, and other venues. Among them, five newly designed temporary exhibitions are being presented for the first time, including “All the World Is Driven by Love, and Love Gives Rise to Poetry—An Appreciation of Tang Xianzu’s Poems” and “The East Wind Blows Dreams—When Will We Awaken?—An Appreciation of the Lyrics from ‘The Story of the Southern Bough.’”
“Fuzhou Family Precepts and Family Traditions,” “Passion Forged into a Loyal Soul—The Red Revolution Chapter of Linchuan Culture,” and “Wenfeng Embraces Splendor—An Exhibition of Fuzhou’s Cultural and Museum Achievements in the New Era.”
Tang Xianzu gained international renown through his celebrated dramatic masterpieces, the “Four Dreams of Linchuan,” and his essay, “Inscription on the Temple of Master Qingyuan, the God of Opera in Yihuang County,” stands as a pioneering work in the field of classical Chinese dramaturgy. Yet Tang’s literary achievements extend far beyond this; his poetry and poetic theory are equally indispensable gems in the annals of Chinese verse.
An excerpt from the exquisite lyrical passages of “The Southern Branch Dream,” one of the Four Dreams of Linchuan, offers a glimpse into Tang Xianzu’s inner world after he laid down his official hat and retired to seclusion, as seen through the lens of the protagonist Chunyu Fen’s dream of the southern branch.
The 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China adopted Come, General Secretary Xi Jinping Note it in various situations. Next, it was mentioned that we should “emphasize” Family, value home Teaching, emphasizing family “Wind.” In ancient times, the act of caressing… The state is home to many distinguished families. Clan, its dedication and loyalty National, diligent and honest in self-discipline Family precepts and family traditions for contemporary people There is still strong reference value. Meaning.
The red revolutionary deeds embedded in Linchuan culture stand as a vivid testament to how the sons and daughters of Fuzhou have put the great revolutionary spirit into practice. Though times have changed, we still sense within the words “to shed five feet of head‑long blood, to win a land of crimson across the realm” the profound national spirit and enduring moral integrity they embody.
A Tribute to the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China
Greatness, Looking Back on the New Era
Various cultural initiatives of Fuzhou City
Achieve fruitful results.
04 Social Education
1. Design a variety of social experience courses
This year, our institution has consistently upheld the principle of personalized education, designing a variety of social‑experience courses that break away from traditional, one‑size‑fits‑all teaching models. Among our initiatives is the “Intangible Cultural Heritage Opera Workshop,” which encompasses opera movement and posture, opera performance, opera lectures, and the study of local tea‑picking opera singing.
and more, including “Traditional Opera Mask Painting,” “Intangible Cultural Heritage Bamboo Weaving,” “Chinese Traditional Paper Cutting,” and a variety of other hands-on ICH activities, as well as the “Summer Junior Docent” training program, have drawn an increasing number of visitors into the ranks of those who experience, preserve, and promote traditional culture.
1. Design a variety of social experience courses
This year, our institution has consistently upheld the principle of personalized education, designing a variety of social‑experience courses that break away from traditional, one‑size‑fits‑all teaching models. Among our initiatives is the “Intangible Cultural Heritage Opera Workshop,” which encompasses opera movement and posture, opera performance, opera lectures, and the study of local tea‑picking opera singing.
and more, including “Traditional Opera Mask Painting,” “Intangible Cultural Heritage Bamboo Weaving,” “Chinese Traditional Paper Cutting,” and a variety of other hands-on ICH activities, as well as the “Summer Junior Docent” training program, have drawn an increasing number of visitors into the ranks of those who experience, preserve, and promote traditional culture.
2. Organize public cultural activities that benefit the people.
This year, our museum collaborated with the Fuzhou Municipal Bureau of Culture, Radio, Television, Press and Tourism to successfully organize the 2022 Tang Xianzu Drama Festival and International Exchange Month. Leveraging public holidays and various themed event days, we delved deeply into Tang Xianzu–related cultural heritage, proactively planned “Four-Entry” cultural initiatives, and capitalized on International Museum Day (May 18)…
On holidays such as Cultural and Natural Heritage Day, the Spring Festival, International Labor Day, Qixi Festival, Mid-Autumn Festival, and National Day, a variety of cultural activities open to the public are organized, fostering a strong atmosphere for promoting China’s fine traditional culture and meeting the public’s cultural needs during festive occasions.
3. Strengthen library–school collaboration
This year, our museum has fully leveraged its role as a base for patriotic education and a site for study-and-travel programs for primary and secondary school students, supporting teachers and students in conducting educational field trips. We have also signed cooperation agreements with universities and schools at all levels, actively reaching out to Zhanping Central Primary School, the Second Primary School of the High-tech Zone, and Lin…
Schools such as the No. 15 Primary School in Chuan District have launched a series of initiatives, developing high-quality curricula on Tang Xianzu’s cultural heritage and intangible cultural heritage tailored to young learners, thereby continuously fostering an “extended classroom” for students.
05 Explanation and Reception
This year, in response to epidemic prevention and control requirements and while limiting group visits, our museum hosted a total of 222 guided tours and receptions, successfully welcoming Li Qun, Member of the Party Leadership Group and Vice Minister of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism; Gu Yucai, Deputy Secretary of the Party Leadership Group and Deputy Director-General of the National Cultural Heritage Administration; and representatives from the Central…
It has undertaken official hospitality duties for visiting cadres on secondment, leading officials at provincial and municipal levels, and government teams at all tiers, while also providing high-quality cultural tourism services to study‑tour groups, tourist parties organized by travel agencies, and individual visitors.
06 Collection Management
This year, our museum has refined its management systems and safety protocols for all types of collections, ensuring clear inventory records, accurate authentication, meticulous cataloging, proper storage, and convenient access. We have also completed the establishment of a museum‑wide collections database, further advancing the sharing of collection‑related information.
Over the course of the year, a total of 81 items were acquired, significantly expanding our museum’s collection. We have actively promoted inter-museum exchanges of collection resources and supported the development of regional museums, donating a set of facsimiles of the “Wen Chang Tang Clan Genealogy” from the 32nd year of the Guangxu reign of the Qing Dynasty to the Linchuan District Museum.
07 Promotion and marketing
This year, our institution made full use of social media to promote cultural outreach. Throughout the year, our official website, WeChat official account, Douyin, and other digital platforms published more than 400 posts, covering event announcements, public service advertisements, scenic‑spot highlights, and more. Total views exceeded 81,000, effectively advancing the promotion of Tang Weng culture and enhancing our institution’s visibility among online audiences.
08 Epidemic Prevention and Control
This year, our museum rigorously implemented all epidemic‑prevention and control measures, upholding the principle of putting people’s lives first. We established a robust monitoring system, adopted science‑based, precision‑driven strategies, and maintained routine prevention and control efforts, thereby ensuring the health and safety of both visitors and staff to the greatest extent possible. Amid a severe and complex epidemic situation, we proactively mobilized all employees to promptly join community‑level volunteer services, adhering to the unified coordination of local authorities, facing challenges head‑on, shouldering heavy responsibilities, and demonstrating the commitment and sense of duty characteristic of museum professionals through concrete actions.
09 Learning and Training
This year, in response to the museum’s practical operational needs, we actively carried out professional skills training for staff and employees. We organized two sessions of fire safety training and two fire‑safety drills; participated in seven specialized training programs—covering exhibition design, cultural heritage conservation, and short‑video production for museums—conducted at the national and provincial levels; provided two sessions of tour‑guide professional training; and held one session of relevant financial‑management training.
10 Workplace Safety
Throughout the year, we consistently adhered to General Secretary Xi Jinping’s important expositions on work safety, upheld the safety philosophy of putting the people and lives first, implemented the principle of prioritizing prevention and integrating prevention with extinguishment, and focused on enhancing our organization’s capacity in the four key areas of fire safety. We organized two sessions of fire‑safety training, conducted two fire‑fighting drills, and reviewed relevant work‑safety regulations and systems on two occasions each. As a result, no major or particularly serious accidents occurred throughout the year, and all tasks set at the beginning of the year were completed with zero safety hazards.
11 Strive for outstanding achievements.
Our institution has been recognized as a “Jiangxi Provincial Social Science Popularization Base” in the first through fourth batches.
Our institution has been awarded the title of “Fuzhou City Base for Popularizing and Promoting Social Science Knowledge.”
Comrade Fu Rong was awarded the Third Prize in the 2022 Jiangxi Provincial Social Sciences Popularization Base (Red Tourism) Docent Competition, the title of “Model Contributor among Women” for Fuzhou City in 2021, and the First Prize in the Fuzhou Regional Finals of the “Welcoming the 20th National Congress: Reading in the New Era” Reading and Interpretation Contest.
2023
As we bid farewell to 2022, we welcome the brand-new year of 2023.
Last year, all things went as we wished; next year, the blossoms will outshine this year’s in their crimson splendor.
The strivers spare no day or night, while the dream-chasers press on in their journey to meet the challenge!
In the new year, the Tang Xianzu Memorial Hall in Fuzhou City will strive to achieve designation as a national second‑level museum, establish new national and provincial‑level bases, refine its collection system, strengthen academic research, and innovate its exhibitions and public education programs. It will vigorously promote China’s fine traditional culture and the legacy of Tang Xianzu, making active contributions to building a culturally strong socialist country and bolstering national cultural confidence.
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