The ninth Jing'an International Sculpture Project (JISP) is inviting visitors to explore Jing'an Sculpture Park through a free, 24-hour outdoor art experience running through Dec 31.

Centered on the theme "Shapes of Becoming", this year's edition features 36 major works by 33 artists from 14 countries, with about 60 percent by international artists and nearly 70 percent specifically commissioned for the exhibition.

Located in the heart of Shanghai, Jing'an Sculpture Park lowers the barrier to high art by blending traditional stone and metal sculptures with interactive light installations, soundscapes, and digital art, offering the public an accessible, immersive day-and-night viewing experience.

While the park remains open around the clock, the featured illuminated and interactive artworks operate on specific schedules:

• Of the Oak (by Marshmallow Laser Feast): 10:00 am-9:00 pm.
• Catching Feelings (by Wade and Leta): 9:00 am-6:00 pm.
• Dream Shell (by Eliyar): A projection every 10 minutes in the evening.
• Tidal Tessellation: Night Currents: Plays at around 50 minutes past each hour.

Note: Illuminated artworks typically remain lit until 9 pm. Actual schedules are subject to on-site arrangements.

Beyond the main park venue, the exhibition extends into surrounding urban spaces, creating a curated autumn “citywalk” route connecting three neighboring cultural landmarks.

Situated within the park, the Shanghai Natural History Museum recently updated the head reconstruction of its iconic Hechuan Mamenchisaurus display based on the latest paleontological research, while hosting a 70th-anniversary special exhibition featuring 70 groups of collection items, comprising 140 objects in total.

The nearby Zhang Yuan heritage complex incorporates contemporary sculptures into its historic Shikumen alleyways.

Fotografiska Museum Shanghai displays the facade-spanning art installation Every Living Thing alongside current photography exhibitions, making it ideal for visual art enthusiasts.

If You Go

When: Through Dec 31, 2026

Where: Jing'an Sculpture Park (No 128 Shimen Road Number Two)

Extension Venues: West Nanjing Road corridor and Jing'an Suzhou Creek waterfront area

Admission: Free for the sculpture exhibition (no reservation required)

Source: Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism