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.

May Day Event Recap | Encountering Intangible Cultural Heritage Crafts, Celebrating the Beauty of Labor

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2026-05-06

This year’s May Day holiday, the Tang Xianzu Memorial Hall in Fuzhou City has crafted an immersive cultural experience under the theme “Intangible Cultural Heritage Crafts: Honoring Labor, Passing Down the Classics,” showcasing time-honored traditions with meticulous craftsmanship and welcoming visitors with warm hospitality, infusing the holiday with both traditional charm and the heartfelt spirit of labor.

During the holiday period, the memorial hall’s team of docents remained on duty throughout, serving nearly 10,000 visitors each day. From Tang Xianzu’s theatrical life to the profound heritage of Linchuan culture, the docents guided visitors through the interplay of history and art with vivid, meticulous explanations, patiently addressing their questions and thoughtfully leading them on their tour—safeguarding every cultural encounter with professionalism and enthusiasm.

During this year’s May Day holiday, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. each day, the Yumingtang Visitor Service Center on the first floor will host a timely and vibrant intangible cultural heritage–themed DIY workshop. With five themed craft activities introduced daily, the event has drawn enthusiastic participation from numerous visitors, creating a lively yet warm atmosphere.

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May 1st

“A Tribute to Workers” Handmade Gold Leaf Painting A heartwarming opening: participants used gold leaf as their brush and cardstock as their canvas, affixing with their fingertips a tribute to workers, ensuring that the spirit of “labor is glorious” resonates through their creations.

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May 2nd

Chinese-style Peking Opera–themed folding fan Making a stunning debut, visitors adorn their fans with tassels, floral accents, and other embellishments, seamlessly weaving the aesthetics of Chinese opera into the fan’s surface to create one-of-a-kind traditional‑style treasures that fully showcase the profound cultural heritage of Tang Xianzu’s operas.

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May 3rd

Blue-and-white elegant hemp rope vase Full of creativity, participants wrapped glass bottles with jute twine and hand-painted blue‑and‑white patterns, blending traditional ceramic culture with artisanal ingenuity to create handmade masterpieces that are both beautiful and functional.

May 4th

“Spring Garden Outing” Wooden Refrigerator Magnet Bursting with vitality, it arrives just in time for Youth Day. Featuring a three-dimensional assembly, springtime motifs, and miniature lantern ornaments paired with illuminated designs, it beautifully captures the elegance of Jiangnan gardens and the exuberance of youth.

May 5th

“Song Dynasty Elegance” Song Brocade Pearl Painting The pièce de résistance: intangible cultural heritage–listed Song brocade adorned with pearls, featuring lifelike motifs such as butterflies and the “baoxiang flower,” allowing visitors to experience up close the unique charm of Song brocade weaving.

From the solemn elegance of gold‑leaf paintings to the refined grace of Song‑brocade art, from the lively charm of folding fans to the timelessly simple beauty of vases, each day brings a different intangible cultural heritage craft. Visitors can feel the warmth of traditional techniques through hands‑on practice and come to appreciate the value of labor as they create, ensuring that intangible cultural heritage is passed down at their fingertips and that the spirit of craftsmanship takes root in their hearts.

Though the May Day holiday has come to a close, the legacy of our cultural heritage endures. Our museum will continue to deepen its efforts in promoting traditional culture, presenting more high‑quality cultural programs, and, with even more attentive service and richer experiences, safeguarding the cultural lineage of Linchuan and conveying the warmth of our shared heritage.

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