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.

Event Recap | Warmth for Children’s Hearts: Intangible Cultural Heritage Public Classes Arrive at the Municipal Welfare Institute

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2025-11-20

A traditional round fan carries the charm of antiquity, while a splash of color paints the innocent hearts of children. To promote intangible cultural heritage and spread the warmth of our city, on the morning of November 19, the Tang Xianzu Memorial Hall in Fuzhou, with heartfelt sincerity, hosted a public‑interest DIY workshop titled “Promoting Intangible Cultural Heritage, Building Dreams for a Happy Fuzhou” at the welfare home. Amidst ink and hues, the children embarked on a creative journey that blended cultural elegance with cherished memories.

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From the very start of the event, warmth began to quietly fill the air. As soon as the staff stepped into the venue, the children’s crisp “Hello”s rang out one after another. Dressed in neat clothes, their eyes shone with bright, sincere curiosity. Every time a staff member passed by, they would greet them with a warm smile—this heartfelt politeness and thoughtful demeanor instantly infused the entire room with a sense of warmth. One little friend even confidently gave a thumbs-up, “stamping” each staff member with a cheerful gesture, utterly adorable.

In the intangible cultural heritage mini‑class, cartoon‑illustrated PPTs have become the children’s favorite “textbook.” From the time‑honored history of the round fan to the distinctions among different types of fans, and on to the structural features of the fan surface and ribs as well as the exquisite craftsmanship involved, the docent skillfully transforms specialized ICH knowledge into engaging little stories, told with warmth and clarity.

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When the much‑anticipated hands‑on DIY session arrived, the children’s enthusiasm was fully ignited. As blank round fans, paints, and brushes were neatly handed out, everyone immediately dove into creating. The kids let their imaginations and creativity run free, while volunteers stayed by their side throughout, offering assistance at every turn and peppering them with gentle words of encouragement. Along the way, many children took the initiative, proudly holding up their finished pieces for others to see; when they received praise, shy yet radiant smiles lit up their faces. Each piece carried the weight of their imagination, and every compliment helped bolster their confidence, making it grow stronger with each passing moment.

After the event concluded, the children departed in an orderly manner under the guidance of the welfare home’s teachers, making sure to take their own little chairs with them and bidding farewell to everyone. Their polite gestures deeply touched all those present.

This DIY public‑interest class on the intangible cultural heritage of the round fan not only allowed the children at the welfare home to experience up close the charm of this traditional craft and hone their hands‑on skills and creativity, but also enabled them to reap a deep sense of accomplishment through creation and recognition. The Tang Xianzu Memorial Hall in Fuzhou will continue to use intangible cultural heritage as a bridge, organizing more diverse public‑service activities so that these time‑honored traditions can be passed down while spreading warmth, and so that more children may feel the warmth and strength of Fuzhou’s cultural legacy.