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 Preview | United Splendor of Family and Country: Red Hearts Build Dreams During the Dual Festivals
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2025-09-25
To warmly celebrate the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, to deeply inherit and promote China’s outstanding traditional culture, and to fully leverage the museum’s roles in cultural dissemination and education, our institution has specially organized the themed event “Family and Nation Shining Together: Red Hearts Building Dreams for the Dual Festivals.” We have designed a series of experiential activities that integrate opera elements, intangible cultural heritage crafts, large-scale graffiti, and Mid-Autumn Festival traditions, while also offering free access to opera performances and classic films, enabling the public to savor the charm of traditional culture as they joyfully mark National Day.
Using a mosaic of five grains and cereals to create national‑day–themed designs, this art form both honors the profound heritage of China’s agricultural civilization and conveys heartfelt wishes for national peace and prosperity, as well as bountiful harvests. As food is the foundation of people’s livelihood, this traditional folk art symbolizes the nation’s flourishing and the people’s abundance, carrying forward the time‑honored cultural principle that “food is paramount.” Friendly reminder: Please make an advance reservation—first come, first served.
Peking Opera masks are iconic symbols of traditional Chinese culture, with different colors and patterns representing the personalities and destinies of various characters. These hand-painted, time-honored masks embody a vibrant dialogue between cultural heritage and national celebrations, showcasing the innovative evolution of this quintessential art form in the modern era. A friendly reminder: please make your reservation in advance—first come, first served.
When the Mid-Autumn Festival coincides with the National Day holiday, visitors can craft their own traditional Chinese lanterns and decorate them with motifs such as “Chang’e Flying to the Moon.” Lanterns symbolize light and hope; during the DIY process, participants can infuse their creations with hopes for family reunion and heartfelt wishes for a brighter future, thus both honoring the age-old tradition of lighting lanterns to pray for blessings and giving their emotions a tangible expression. The event also features an engaging lantern‑riddle guessing session, allowing guests to experience the charm of traditional culture through interactive fun and enjoy a festive holiday filled with poetry and warmth. A friendly reminder: please book in advance—first come, first served.
Cloisonné enamel is one of the Eight Great Arts of Yanjing, renowned for its exquisite and intricate craftsmanship. By creating patriotic-themed bookmarks, this project seamlessly fuses a national intangible cultural heritage with symbols of the nation. Often used to mark reading progress, these bookmarks serve as a reminder to keep patriotic sentiments close to the heart, accompanying everyday study and life, thereby embodying the deep integration of cultural confidence and patriotic spirit. A friendly reminder: please make an advance reservation—first come, first served.
Canvas bags are both eco-friendly and practical. By DIYing a National Day–themed canvas bag, we not only promote a green, low‑carbon lifestyle but also turn these bags—imbued with patriotic and cultural motifs—into “walking ambassadors,” spreading the spirit of National Day and its cultural appeal in everyday life, thereby strengthening the public’s cultural confidence and sense of responsibility. Friendly reminder: Please book in advance; first come, first served.
On September 18, 1931, Japanese aggressors brazenly launched the “September 18 Incident,” forcibly occupying Northeast China. This marked the beginning of Japanese imperialism’s invasion of China and signaled the start of the global anti-fascist war.
To mark the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, the Tang Xianzu Memorial Hall in Fuzhou City, in collaboration with the Fuzhou Red Culture Research Association, is hosting a traveling exhibition entitled “A History That Must Not Be Forgotten.”
Program Schedule:
October 2: “The Dream of Handan – The Scholar Awakens” and “The Purple Hairpin – The Grievance Scatters”
October 3: “The Peony Pavilion – Seeking the Dream” and “The South Tree – Transforming Love”
“The Four Dreams of Linchuan” refers to the four plays penned by the Ming‑dynasty dramatist Tang Xianzu—“The Peony Pavilion,” “The Purple Hairpin,” “The Story of Handan,” and “The Dream of the South Chamber.” Each of these works, in which “dreams arise from love and drama takes shape through dreams,” features dream sequences, hence the collective title. As a cornerstone of dramatic literature and stage repertoire, “The Four Dreams of Linchuan” stands out for its exceptional artistic achievement: its profound exploration of human conditions, its meticulous portrayal of characters’ inner lives, and its unparalleled depth—all of which are rarely matched in the tradition of Chinese theater. More than mere eloquent libretti, these plays are the crystallization of Tang Xianzu’s reflections on the realities of the world and the meaning of existence.
The endangered theatrical genre “Xuhe Gaoqiang” is an ancient form of opera that has been passed down within the boundaries of Guangchang County, Fuzhou, Jiangxi Province, with a history spanning more than five centuries. Its melodies are elegant, gentle, and lyrical. The Meng Opera of Xuhe in Guangchang has been inscribed on the National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage for Preservation.
Time: 10:00 AM–11:30 AM
Location: Simeng Terrace (turn right after entering the museum)
Program Schedule:
October 4, “The Stage”
October 5: “Nezha: The Demon Child’s Sea-Raiding Adventure”
October 7: "Casino Royale"
Time: 7:00 PM every night
Location: In front of the main entrance
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National Level-3 Museum
Chinese Qu Culture Education Base
Chinese Overseas International Culture Exchange Base
On-site Teaching Site of the Jinggangshan Cadre Academy of China
Jiangxi Province Patriotic Education Base
Jiangxi Provincial Base for Popularizing Social Sciences
Jiangxi Province Museum Demonstration Unit for Integrated Development
Jiangxi Province Primary and Secondary School Research-and-Practice Education Base
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