Cao Zhen Caozhen0806@126.com AS Shenzhen’s school summer vacation has begun, local museums have extended their opening hours to accommodate the surge of visitors. Some now open every day, while some have waived prior reservations. Here are some recommended exhibitions at various locations for a culturally enriching summer adventure. Shenzhen Museum’s History and Folk Culture Division 深圳博物馆历史民俗馆 An exhibition on Zhongshan State in the Warring States period (476-221 B.C.) showcases 175 pieces (sets) of relics excavated in Hebei Province, unveiling the little-known history of this mysterious yet influential state. And “The Past and Present of Giant Pandas” displays fossils, specimens and models of giant pandas and coexisting animals, offering insights into their 8-million-year evolution. Hours: 9 a.m.-8 p.m. (every day through Aug. 30) Booking: WeChat miniprogram “深圳博物馆” Metro: Line 2 or 4 to Civic Center Station (市民中心站), Exit B Shenzhen Museum’s Ancient Art Division 深圳博物馆古代艺术馆 Ceramic and porcelain pieces from the Liao Dynasty (907-1125), Song Dynasty (960-1279), Western Xia Dynasty (1038-1227), and Jin Dynasty (1115-1234) are on display until July 31. Another exhibition until July 28 highlights the splendor of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), focusing on the princes in feudal domains. Hours: 9 a.m.-8 p.m. (every day through Aug. 30) Entry: free, no reservations Metro: Line 9 to Hongling South Station (红岭南站), Exit A Shenzhen Art Museum’s Longhua division 深圳美术馆新馆 Explore visual artist Chen Man’s photographic works and a world of creativity through various free exhibitions showcasing paintings, sculptures, installations, and digital art. Hours: 9 a.m.-6 p.m., closed Mondays Booking: WeChat miniprogram “深圳美术馆” Metro: Line 4 or 6 to Hongshan Station (红山站), Exit A1 Nanshan Museum 南山博物馆 “The Inca and Their Tawantinsuyu: The Land of Four Quarters” exhibition, running until Aug. 11, features 168 pieces (sets) of relics from Peru, providing a glimpse into the Andean civilization. Another exhibition until Sept. 1 features 113 jade treasures from the Zhou Dynasty (1046-256 B.C.).. Hours: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. (Tue.-Thu. and Sundays through Aug. 30), 10 a.m.-9 p.m. (Saturdays) Entry: free, no reservations Metro: Line 1 or 12 to Taoyuan Station (桃园站), Exit B Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning 深圳市当代艺术与城市规划馆 Visitors can enjoy Xu Zhen’s striking artworks at the “Ecosystem as Medium” exhibition until Aug. 4, or appreciate Dai Yun’s contemporary sculptures and installations until Aug. 1. Both are ticketed exhibitions with discounts. Ticketing & booking: Miniprogram “深圳市当代艺术与城市规划馆” Metro: Line 3 or 4 to Children’s Palace Station (少年宫站), Exit A2 He Xiangning Art Museum 何香凝美术馆 Visitors are treated to a visual feast of 60 flower-and-bird paintings with vibrant colors, and elegant landscape paintings created by Yu Fei’an (1889-1959) at an exhibition running through Aug. 4. Hours: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., closed Mondays Entry: free, no reservations Metro: Line 1 to OCT Station (华侨城站), Exit C Guan Shanyue Art Museum 关山月美术馆 Since last year, the Guan Shanyue Art Museum has extended its evening hours on Fridays and Saturdays. In this summer, the art museum is holding several painting exhibitions, ranging from the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) to modern times, and Dunhuang-themed paintings. Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (Tue.-Thu., Sundays); 9 a.m.-9 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.) Entry: free, no reservations Metro: Line 3 or 4 to Children’s Palace Station (少年宫站), Exit F2 Pingshan Art Museum 坪山美术馆 Thai artist Kantapon Metheekul, known as Gongkan, is exhibiting his works incorporating nature symbols until Oct. 8, representing freedom of expression and spirit. Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., closed Mondays Entry: free, no reservations Metro: Line 14 to Pingshan Center Station (坪山中心站), Exit D2 Guangming Culture and Art Center 光明文化艺术中心 The free “Sci-Art Wonders” exhibition running until July 28 explores the intersection of science and art, igniting a passion for scientific exploration in youth through photos and short films. Hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Booking: WeChat miniprogram “光明文化艺术中心票务管家” Metro: Line 6 to Fenghuang Town Station (凤凰城站), Exit B Pingshan Exhibition Gallery 坪山展览馆 The “Olympic Century • Cultural Interweaving: European Culture and Arts Season,” running through Sept. 7, features three exhibitions with a combined ticket of 68 yuan. Visitors can admire rare collections from the Benaki Museum in Greece, French roller suit designer and performer Jean-Yves Blondeau’s signature roller suits, and European oil paintings from the 18th to the 20th centuries. Also at the gallery, visitors can immerse themselves in an exhibition inspired by Salvador Dalí’s works. The digital art exhibition, with a ticket of 68 yuan, runs through Aug. 31. Hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m., closed Mondays Metro: Line 14 to Pingshan Center Station (坪山中心站), Exit D2 OCAT B10 Children can enjoy the International Illustration Exhibition and a poetry-themed interactive exhibition inspired by the animated movie “Chang An” for an entertaining and educational summer experience. Both are ticketed exhibitions with various discounts. Metro: Line 2 to Qiaocheng North Station (侨城北站), Exit B Sea World Culture and Arts Center 海上世界文化艺术中心 Fans of Alphonse Mucha should not miss an exhibition showcasing over 220 engravings, paintings, and sketches, and the “Li Xiaoliang: At That Time This Moment” exhibition features Li’s unique photographic works. Both are ticketed exhibitions. Metro: Line 2 or 12 to Sea World Station (海上世界站), Exit A | 