Nanjing | National Art Museum

The highly anticipated Nanjing National Art Museum (now the Jiangsu Art Museum Exhibition Hall) has undergone more than a year of meticulous renovation and will make a grand return on December 31, 2024, reopening its doors to the public with a fresh new look! Built in 1936, this art museum is the first national art museum in Chinese history, witnessing the beginning of China's art museum industry and representing the start of modern Chinese art exhibitions. It was designed by the famous architect Xi Fuquan, who used a simple and bright style to express nationality; the interior layout was designed according to the requirements of modern art exhibitions, making it smooth and bright. In 2019, the "Former Site of the National Art Exhibition Hall" was successfully selected as the eighth batch of national key cultural relics protection units. The first exhibition after reopening, "Seeing Words as 'Me' - Zhang Jian's Hometown Feelings in Calligraphy," showcases more than 130 pieces of Zhang Jian's calligraphy works and related documents. Through this exhibition, visitors can travel through the long river of history and experience the perfect integration of calligraphy art with social responsibility and the mission of the times. Now, the Nanjing National Art Museum is looking forward to meeting you with a brand new look and rich exhibition content. Let's walk into this art palace together, explore the traces of culture, feel the warmth of history, and embark on an unforgettable art journey! Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday 9:00 - 17:00, closed on Mondays (last admission at 16:30) Venue address: No. 266, Changjiang Road, Xuanwu District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province Ticket information: Free admission (reservation required) Transportation: Take Metro Line 2 or Line 3 to Daxinggong Station, and walk to the venue. Visiting time: It is recommended to allow at least 2 - 3 hours