Good News | Our museum’s docent has won the second prize in the city’s “Tiangong Cup” Vocational Skills Competition for Cultural and Tourism Industry Employees.

This tour guide competition consists of two main stages: a closed-book theoretical exam and an on-site, real‑world presentation at a scenic spot. The final score is calculated based on a 30% weighting for the theory portion and a 70% weighting for the practical component, with particular emphasis on assessing contestants’ comprehensive abilities, including their knowledge of cultural tourism, verbal communication skills, cultural interpretation, and adaptability under pressure. During the preparation phase, Jiang Siqi delved deeply into the historical and cultural heritage of Linchuan, meticulously refining her script and uncovering the poignant, heartfelt stories behind “The Peony Pavilion.”

“How can one know spring’s beauty so deeply without stepping into the garden?” At the competition, Jiang Siqi took Tang Xianzu’s cultural legacy as her theme, weaving the poignant love story between Tang Xianzu and his wife, Wu Yuying, into her presentation. She gently unfolded the lingering regrets and heartfelt sincerity hidden within the lines of “The Peony Pavilion.” In a five‑minute talk marked by sincere, empathetic language and a clearly structured narrative, she slowly unveiled the romance and profound depth of Tang Xianzu’s operatic tradition, which has endured for more than four centuries. Her performance not only showcased the unique charm of Fuzhou’s scholarly culture but also underscored the sense of responsibility and commitment borne by cultural‑heritage docents in telling the stories of their local history—earning high praise from the judges on site.

This honor not only recognizes the individual professional competence of our docents but also reflects the fruits of our museum’s dedicated efforts to strengthen its docent corps and elevate its public‑education and outreach services. Moving forward, we will continue to leverage competitions as a catalyst for training and learning, further enhancing the professionalism of our docent team, delving deeper into the cultural essence of Tang Xianzu’s operatic legacy, and refining content that is both heartfelt and substantive. By doing so, we will tell the story of Tang Xianzu and the talented sons of Fuzhou with greater depth and resonance, injecting the power of cultural heritage into Fuzhou’s high‑quality cultural and tourism development.

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

How can one know spring’s beauty is so exquisite without stepping into the garden?