Introduction
- The Shandong Museum houses more than 140,000 historical relics, more than 130,000 pieces of cultural relics and written materials of modern and contemporary times, and over 8,000 natural specimens. It is a leading museum in its collections of stone Buddha statues, pictorial stones, pottery and porcelain, bronze ware, bamboo slips, calligraphy, paintings and ancient fossil specimens. Read more
Exhibitions
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Shandong exhibition rediscovers the State of Ju The ancient State of Ju, hidden along the Yi and Shu rivers in Southeast Shandong province, once stood as a state that even the mighty states of Qi and Chu treated with respect. Date: Dec 30, 2025 - April 2026 Read more
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Shandong exhibition showcases Qing Dynasty calligraphy with diverse styles Shandong Museum invites you on a journey through strokes and styles at the exhibition Five Script Types: Qing Dynasty Calligraphy from the Museum's Collection. Date: Until Aug 31, 2025 Read more
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Shandong Museum showcases its collection of Qing Dynasty calligraphy Shandong Museum is showcasing Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) calligraphy works from its collection. Date: Until Aug 31, 2025 Read more
Brilliant Collection
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Complete set of 17th-century court attire in the collection of the Shandong Museum Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
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Shang Dynasty axe-blade a symbol of royalty and power Shang Dynasty (c.16th century-11th century BC)
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Tableware set reflects crafts and customs from 2,000 years ago Warring States Period (475-221 BC)
Stories
Legendary axe-blade from Shandong Museum becomes fridge magnet
The iconic axe-blade (yue) with Yachou tribal inscriptions from the Shandong Museum has been reimagined as a striking fridge magnet, bringing the bold aesthetics of the Shang Dynasty (c.16th century-11th century BC) bronze right into your home.
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