From the opulent relics of the Han Dynasty (206 BC-AD 220) to the fascinating development of science and technology in China, the following exhibitions in Shanghai promise a journey through time and culture.

01 Minhang Museum

An exhibit from The Great Han Dynasty: Fine Artifacts of the Han Dynasty Royal Family exhibition in Shanghai's Minhang Museum. [Photo/Minhang Museum]

🔸 The Great Han Dynasty: Fine Artifacts of the Han Dynasty Royal Family

📅 Date: Until Aug 25

🕒 Open: 9:30 am - 4:30 pm (closed on Mondays)

📍 Address: No 1538 Xinzhen Road, Minhang district

ℹ️ Dive into the luxurious life of Han Dynasty vassal kings through exquisite relics unearthed from royal tombs. Limited free cultural brochures are available until July 31 (while stocks last), with a limit of 100 copies on weekdays and 300 copies on weekends and holidays.

02 Fengxian Museum

An exhibit from the Essential Exhibition of Ancient Chinese Scientific and Technological Relics exhibition in Shanghai's Fengxian Museum. [Photo/Fengxian Museum]

🔸 Essential Exhibition of Ancient Chinese Scientific and Technological Relics

📅 Date: Until Oct 18

🕒 Open: 9 am - 4:30 pm (closed on Mondays)

📍 Address: No 333 Hupan Road, Nanqiao town, Fengxian district

ℹ️ Journey through China's ancient science and technology wonders with interactive displays and precious relics. Look out for updates, as more precious relics are set to join the exhibit.

03 Pudong History Museum

A poster for The Age of Innocence - Old Shanghai Life Exhibition in Shanghai's Pudong History Museum. [Photo/Pudong History Museum]

🔸 The Age of Innocence - Old Shanghai Life Exhibition

📅 Date: Until Aug 31

🕒 Open: 9 am - 4:30 pm (closed on Mondays)

📍 Address: No 18 Wenshi Street, Huinan town, Pudong New Area

ℹ️ Step back in time to old Shanghai with nostalgic everyday artifacts and captivating historical narratives.

04 Jiading Museum

An exhibit from the Kesi Culture Exhibition by Cao Meijie. [Photo/Jiading Museum]

🔸 Kesi Culture Exhibition by Cao Meijie

📅 Time: Until July 14

🕒 Open: 8:30 am - 5 pm (closed on Mondays)

📍 Address: No 215 Bole Road, Jiading district

ℹ️ Kesi, a form of Chinese silk tapestry weaving that was once cherished by royalty, is now showcased in the exquisite contemporary works of kesi artist Cao Meijie in the Jiading Museum. Delve into kesi artistry through interactive activities and enlightening lectures. Visitors can also experience Suzhou's intricate weaving techniques and cultural heritage firsthand.

Sources: Venues mentioned above, "shanghaitourism" WeChat account