Travel through time and space, and feel the texture and temperature of the old city.

As a native Beijinger, the Dongsi Hutong Museum is not only an architectural specimen, but also a time machine. From the carvings on the Chuihua Gate to the modern art of "Xingtian", from the hawking in the alleys to the intangible cultural heritage workshops, this place allows every old Beijinger to find an anchor for nostalgia and also allows new tourists to understand the soul of the old city. You may want to bring old photos with you and find resonance in the "Memory of the Times" exhibition area. 🎨 Must-see exhibitions and cultural codes 1. History in architectural details - Chuihua Gate: The dividing line between the two courtyards, with intricate carvings and colorful paintings, it was once a concrete symbol of "never go out of the main gate and never step out of the second gate." - Door pier exploration: - Box-shaped doorpost: a symbol of a civil servant’s residence, symbolizing bookcases and knowledge. - Drum-shaped gate pier: a symbol of a military commander’s residence, implying majesty. - The “Five Blessings” on the screen wall: Bats circling the Chinese character “福” symbolizes “five blessings and good fortune”, and is facing the main door to highlight the family’s status. 2. Immersive experience in five exhibition areas - Dongsi Impression Exhibition Area: Multimedia restores the changing seasons of the hutongs and the city life, and allows visitors to experience "the shadows of pomegranate trees and swimming goldfish in the old Beijing courtyard in summer." - Impression Tile Exhibition Area: A tile art installation that combines the real and the imaginary, blending the ancient with the modern in the mirrored space. - Cultural Exploration Exhibition Area: Time-honored shops (such as Hengchang Ruiji Photo Studio), Beijing sounds (hutong shouts, pigeon whistles) and other old objects awaken memories. - Starry Sky and Moon Shadow: - Starry Sky: A metal ball with a diameter of nearly 1 meter, engraved with 28 constellations, echoing the culture of the Armillary Sphere. - Moon Shadow: The curved stainless steel device connects the front and back yards, and the flow of light and shadow creates a dialogue between the past and the present. 🎨 Interactive experience: Intangible cultural heritage and urban life 1. Handcraft workshop: Experience traditional crafts such as blowing sugar figures, drawing rabbit figurines, and playing diabolo. You can bring your children to participate in the "New Hutong Fun" activity. 2. Explore the secrets of cats: The orange cats roaming around the courtyard are lazy and cute, making them a great place for taking photos and checking in. 3. Sound Museum: The touch screen plays more than 70 hutong sounds (such as "police whistle" and "foot bell"), which require careful listening. 🍜 Tour the surrounding hutong culture - Shijia Hutong Museum: 10 minutes’ walk away, the first Hutong Museum in Beijing, a renovation of Ling Shuhua’s former residence, with 8,000 old bricks paving the floor. - Former Residence of Liu Yong: No. 24, Lishi Hutong, with a three-courtyard layout, you can experience the residence of a famous official in the Qing Dynasty. - Hutong Food Map: - Menkuang Hutong Braised Pork: 10 yuan for a full meal, old Beijing flavor. - Wu Yutai Tea House: Experience the jasmine tea scenting process. Address and Transportation The Dongsi Hutong Museum is located at No. 77, Dongsi 4th Street. This three-courtyard courtyard was once the site of a police station. Now it has been reborn with the ingenuity of "restoring the old as it was". - Subway: Take Line 5, Dongsi Station, Exit B, and walk for about 10 minutes. - Self-driving: Parking spaces are limited in the surrounding area, so it is recommended to take the subway. -Transportation connection: The exit leads directly to Dongsi North Street, and you can walk to the subway station or go deep into the alley to find food. 🕰️ Opening hours and visiting suggestions - Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday 9:00-17:00 (closed on weekends and statutory holidays). - Visiting duration: 1-2 hours is appropriate, and it is recommended to avoid peak hours on weekends. - Special tips: Free admission but please pay attention to closing days. Families with children can give priority to weekdays. Dongsi Hutong Museum