Introduction
- Suzhou Museum, a highly regarded regional museum founded on Jan 1, 1960, is a hub for the collection, preservation, study and exhibition of cultural relics. The museum was originally located in Li Xiucheng's palace, the only surviving historic site of the Heavenly Kingdom of Peace (1851-64). Li was a military commander who, by the end of his life, was known as the "Loyal King". Read more
Exhibitions
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Ancient painting to reveal prosperous Suzhou at the city's new exhibition The painting Prosperous Gusu is returning to Suzhou for an exhibition after 20 years. Date: July 11, 2026 - Oct 11, 2026 Read more
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Suzhou exhibition to present Jiangnan's round fan art Date: June 2,2026 - Sept 3, 2026 Read more
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Illumination of pigments Millennia-old lacquerware sheds light on the use of black and red to create a visual language of art in everyday life, Zhao Xu reports. Date: Feb 10, 2026 - May 10, 2026 Read more
Brilliant Collection
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A horse-shaped paperweight guards a scholar's desk Qing Dynasty (1644-1911)
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Benchmark of mise porcelain from Suzhou Museum Five Dynasties (907-960)
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Jade sachet portrays a miniature lotus pond Qing Dynasty (1644-1911)
Stories
Suzhou Museum launches lotus-themed cultural product collection
Lotus season is here! Suzhou Museum has launched a lotus-themed cultural product collection.
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