Shanghai exhibition sheds light on rise of Qin Empire via unearthed treasures

Updated: Jun 10, 2026 China Bound Print

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Bronze fu (cooker) with whirling motifs, early Spring and Autumn Period (770-476 BC), from the collection of the Gansu Provincial Institute of Cultural Heritage and Archaeology [Photo/Shanghai Museum official WeChat account]

How did the Qin Empire rise from a frontier state to unify China?

Shanghai Museum's new exhibition, Dawn of the First Empire: The Qin's Unification in Archaeological Treasures, brings this epic story to life through remarkable archaeological finds and artifacts. At this cultural feast, discover the journey, values, and vision that helped shape China's first unified empire.

Dates: Until Sept 7
Location: Shanghai Museum East

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