The Shenzhen Museum’s Civic Center outlet is holding free activities for children to mark International Museum Day, a celebration that is held every year around May 18. It serves to raise public awareness on the role museums play in the development of society today on an international level.

    Han Dynasty-style clothing appreciation

    Visitors are invited to enjoy the beauty of Han Dynasty-style clothes and try them on at the event. Attendees should sign up at Shenzhen Museum’s WeChat (iszbwg).

    The event is part of the ongoing Han Dynasty relics exhibition at the museum. The relics are on loan from six museums in Sichuan Province, featuring a spectacular selection of tomb tiles, bronze ware and pottery figurines.

    Time: 2:30-5 p.m., May 14

    Archaeology workshop

    Children age 6 and up can sign up at Shenzhen Museum’s WeChat (iszbwg) to attend the workshop to learn about the technical aspects of archaeology, including material analysis and proper documentation procedures.

    Time: 10 a.m.-12 p.m., May 14

    Historical treasure

    evaluation

    Historical treasure experts and archaeologists will give free evaluation for historical Chinese treasure holders. The entry is free. No need to sign up in advance.

    Time: 10 a.m.-12 p.m., May 18

    Two exhibitions

    Glass pieces on loan from the Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague and cultural relics on loan from Sichuan are on display at the museum. The glass show offers a thoughtful, expressive, and utterly breathtaking exploration of glassmaking in Europe from the 4th century B.C. to the present day.

    Dates: Until June 16 (glass pieces), June 24 (Han Dynasty relics), closed Mondays

    Venue: Shenzhen Museum, Block A, Civic Center, Futian District (福田区市民中心A区深圳博物馆新馆)

    Metro: Shekou or Longhua Line, Civic Center Station (市民中心站), Exit B

    (SD News)