Event Preview | Lantern Festival Puzzle: Virtual Exhibition Viewing

Riddle‑hanging, also known as solving lantern riddles, is a unique folk entertainment tradition of the Lantern Festival in China. These riddles enliven the festive atmosphere and showcase the ingenuity of ancient Chinese working people as well as their aspirations for a better life. On the day of the festival, all visitors to the museum are invited to join this activity at Yuming Hall: search the exhibition halls for the lanterns displaying riddles, and those who correctly solve a riddle will receive a delightful little gift.
 

Tangyuan originated in the Song Dynasty and first emerged in Mingzhou (present-day Ningbo, Zhejiang). Once cooked, they are sweet, soft, and delightfully chewy, leaving an unforgettable aftertaste. At the same time, tangyuan symbolize family reunion and happiness; eating them is believed to bring a year of harmony and togetherness for the whole household, making them an essential treat during the Lantern Festival. This Lantern Festival, our museum will celebrate “roundness” with a twist: we’ll use ping-pong balls as substitutes for tangyuan. All visitors are invited to head to the Yumingtang Book Bar on the first floor to take part in the activity—use chopsticks to pick up the “tangyuan.” Collect a certain number, and you’ll receive a lovely gift.