Autumn Visit to Yuhang | Pingyao Natural Creation Museum a

Pingyao 'Natural Creation', founded in 2013, has been dedicated to field surveys of Chinese folk crafts, recording a large amount of video, physical, and textual materials. In 2020, the 'Natural Creation Folk Art Research Center' was established, and through innovative research and transformation, traditional folk arts have been continuously deconstructed and recreated. This allows more people to experience the charm of authentic Chinese traditional culture. Pingyao 'Natural Creation' spans three floors: On the first floor, the first thing that catches the eye is a hand-drawn map titled 'Discovering the Beauty of China's Localities'. Each mark on the map represents the steadfast steps of the Natural Creation team in their exploration of folk arts. More impressive than the dense markings is a wall full of photos of artisans. The gaze of each artisan in the photos never strays from their passion; they are all focused on the handicrafts they are creating, whether it be weaving, painting, or carving. They are the storytellers of folk art stories. The first floor also features a courtyard and a coffee corner. The second floor is filled with a dazzling array of cultural and creative products (products redeveloped by Natural Creation), including the Handicraft-Natural Gifts series, the Chinese Festival series, and the New National Trendy Toy series. The third floor houses folk art classes and a hands-on workshop. This is a paradise for handicraft enthusiasts. Here, you can experience various interesting hands-on activities such as rattan weaving, clay sculpting, paper cutting, and iron art. In summary, here you will deeply feel the unique charm of intangible cultural heritage and the endless joy of handicrafts.