Shanghai Museum East, the east wing of the museum and a new cultural landmark of the city, is now officially open to visitors after months of trial operation.

The new wing in Pudong New Area has a total floor space of nearly 120,000 square meters, with 13 permanent galleries.

The following is a guide to visiting the museum.

 

Bronze Gallery

In the bronze gallery, you can explore 3,600 years of Chinese ancient bronze art, spanning from Xia Dynasty (c. 21st century-16th century BC) to Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), offering a comprehensive view of the development of Chinese bronze.

 

Sculpture Gallery

Featuring 289 sculptures, the gallery displays bone and jade carvings, bronzes, wooden and pottery figurines, with a third of the artifacts being displayed for the first time.

 

Jade Gallery

Known as the 'country of jade', China boasts a tradition of jade carving for up to 10,000 years. In the Jade Gallery, you can explore artifacts ranging from the Neolithic era to the Qing Dynasty.

 

Seal Gallery

The Seal Gallery delves into the history of Chinese seals in the context of global ancient civilizations. It showcases 568 artifacts, with new items accounting for approximately 35 percent.

 

Calligraphy Gallery & Painting Gallery

The two galleries are the world's only permanent exhibitions that present the history of ancient Chinese calligraphy and painting separately. After a comprehensive upgrade, they now display many national treasures and masterpieces that have not be shown to the public for years.

National treasures on display at Shanghai Museum East

 

Shanghai Painting and Calligraphy Gallery

The gallery delves into the Jiangnan (south of the Yangtze River) culture, Haipai culture (Shanghai-style culture) and red culture of Shanghai through calligraphy and paintings.

 

Ceramics Gallery

The gallery not only records the history of Chinese ceramics but also illustrates the role that ceramics play in the history of ancient Chinese culture and their contribution to the communication between China and the rest of the world.

 

CeraMIX Gallery

The gallery, a new permanent exhibit introduced by the museum, chronicles the economic, cultural, and political exchanges between China and other countries from the Sui and Tang (581-907) to the Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1911) through presenting the historical evolution of Chinese ceramics trade.

 

Numismatics Gallery

The gallery displays over 6,000 coins, nearly double the size of the original exhibit. It offers a comprehensive review of the development of currency and finance throughout the Chinese history.

 

Calligraphy by Zhao Puchu

The gallery explores the life and works of Zhao Puchu (1907-2000), a prominent figure in Chinese calligraphy.

 

Archaeology Gallery

Where is the root of Shanghai? How did this city develop into today's Shanghai? In this gallery, you can see over 2,000 archaeological relics illustrating Shanghai's urban evolution over 6,000 years.

 

Jiangnan Gallery

The gallery blends modern minimalist style with cultural elements of Jiangnan region, offering a serene setting for visitors to enjoy artifacts amid natural light and outdoor views.

 

If you go

Open: 10 am–6 pm (Admission stops at 5 pm)

Closed every Tuesday, except on public holidays.

Address: No 1952 Century Avenue, Pudong New Area

You can reach there by taking Metro Lines 2, 4, or 6.

1. Take Metro Line 2 to Shanghai Science and Technology Museum Station and exit through Exit 8.

2. Take Metro Line 4 to Pudian Road Station and exit through Exit 2.

3. Take Metro Line 6 to Pudian Road Station and exit through Exit 1.

No reservation is required for individual visitors. You can enter the museum with a valid identification document, such as a passport, through the B1 East Gate (near Dingxiang Road) after undergoing a security check.

Groups of 20 or more must make reservations by phone (021-2072-9999 ext 134) 7-14 days in advance. Groups with reservations can enter through the North Gate (1F, near Century Avenue) after a security check. A valid reservation number, a list of group members, valid IDs, and an original introduction letter are required at the North Gate (1F) before the security check.

Inquiry hotline: (＋86) 021-2072-9999, extensions 134 or 137 (service hours: 10 am–6 pm).

 

Source: Shanghai Museum