Shanghai springs to life with 12 major free exhibitions
This spring, Shanghai is hosting 12 major exhibitions, spanning literature, aesthetics, Dunhuang culture, and paper art, all open to the public free of charge. Below is a list of each exhibition.
In Changning district
1. The Two Peaks: Liu Haisu and Yan Wenliang – A Major Exhibition on Modern Art Education
When: March 16-May 10
Where: Liu Haisu Art Museum, No 1609 West Yan'an Road, Changning district
A major exhibition on modern art education marking the 130th anniversary of Liu Haisu's birth. Through paintings and archival materials, it highlights the achievements and educational legacy of two pioneers of modern Chinese art.
2. Art for the People: The 65th Anniversary of the Academic and Art Exhibition of the Shanghai Chinese Painting Academy
When: Now-April 6
Where: Cheng Shifa Art Museum, No 1398 Hongqiao Road, Changning district; Shanghai Chinese Painting Academy, No 197 Yueyang Road, Xuhui district.
This anniversary exhibition is presented across two venues. In Changning, visitors can see classic works by established painters at Cheng Shifa Art Museum, while the Xuhui venue focuses on more contemporary creations.
3. The Great Art of Dunhuang: Dunhuang Culture and Art Public Benefit Exhibition
When: Now-March 31
Where: Yi Fung Place, No 199 Xianxia Road, Changning district.
A chance to experience Dunhuang without leaving Shanghai. The exhibition includes recreated Mogao Grottos and reproductions of murals, offering an immersive look at the art and culture of Dunhuang.
In other district
1. Writers Revealed: Treasures from British Collections and the National Portrait Gallery, London
When: March 18-July 13
Where: Shanghai Museum East, No 1952 Century Avenue, Pudong New Area
2. The Beauty of Strength: Lu Xun and Printmaking
When: March 21-June 7
Where: Shanghai History Museum, No 325 West Nanjing Road, Huangpu district.
3. Emerging Curators Project
When: Now-May 5
Where: Power Station of Art (PSA), No 678 Miaojiang Road, Huangpu district.
4. Treasures of a Millennium: Duoyunxuan valued art collection
When: Now-April 7
Where: China Art Museum, Shanghai, No 205 Shangnan Road, Pudong New Area
5. Pure by Nature: The Art of Blanc de Chine
When: Now-March 31
Where: Zikawei Library, No 158 North Caoxi Road, Xuhui district.
6. Echoes of the Silk Road
When: Now-May 9
Where: Minhang Museum, No 1538 Xinzhen Road, Minhang district.
7. 2025 Paper & Water Shanghai International Paper Art Biennale
When: Now-March 31
Where: Fengxian Museum, No 333 Hupan Road, Fengxian district.
8. Origin of Chinese Characters: Oracle Bone Inscriptions from Yinxu, Anyang
When: Now-April 28
Where: Qingpu Museum, No 1000 South Huaqing Road, Qingpu district.
9. Masterpieces of Ancient Chinese Rubbings
When: Now-April 6
Where: Liu Haisu Art Museum (branch), No 1869 Tongchuan Road, Putuo district.
Source: Changning district administration of culture and tourism