China National Silk Museum

Scrolling through our camera roll, the vibrant energy of April's Hanfu Month market feels like it was just yesterday! 🌸✨ It's hard to believe we're already in mid-May. Looking back at our "time-traveling" market strolls—surrounded by stunning traditional garments and a bustling, joyful crowd—was truly magical. 👘 What kind of events would you love to see next at NSM? Drop your ideas in the comments below! 👇 #ChinaNationalSilkMuseum #HanfuMonth #ThrowbackThursday #TraditionalClothing #MuseumEvents

Kicking off International Museum Day with some serious warrior vibes! ⚔️🛡️ Ever wondered what Song Dynasty generals actually wore? From phoenix-winged helmets to intricate armor plates, ancient military fashion was both badass and highly symbolic. Join Dr. Wang Zhicheng as we decode the aesthetics and secrets behind ancient Chinese armor. A must-see for history buffs and ancient armor fans! 🎟️ Only 70 spots. Link in bio to RSVP! 👇 #InternationalMuseumDay #AncientArmor #WarriorFashion #SongDynasty #ChineseHistory #MuseumLecture #ChinaNationalSilkMuseum

📣 You asked, we listened—exhibition extended! "A Life Woven in Splendid Silk: Qian Xiaoping's Silk Artworks Exhibition" will now run until May 31! ✨ If you haven't yet admired the breathtaking works by this intangible cultural heritage master, don't miss this bonus time. Visit NSM to experience the exquisite Oriental aesthetics woven into every thread. 🧵 Seize this final chance and tag your museum buddy for a weekend visit! 👇 📅 Extended to: May 31, 2026 📍 Location: China National Silk Museum #ChinaNationalSilkMuseum #ExhibitionExtended #BrocadeArt #SilkMaster #CulturalHeritage #HangzhouExhibition #MuseumLovers

The ultimate Song Dynasty fashion guide is here! 👑✨ Join lecture #3 of our "Unveiling the Wardrobe of the Southern Song Dynasty" series: Research and Restoration of Song Headwear. From magnificent floral crowns to elegant daily caps, what cultural secrets do they hold? Dr. Hao Jixu decodes their fascinating restoration stories. A must-attend for Hanfu lovers! 👘 📅 Time: May 10, 2026 | 14:00-15:30 📍 Location: Xinyou Archive, B1 Fashion Gallery, NSM #ChinaNationalSilkMuseum #SongDynasty #AncientFashion #Hanfu #TraditionalClothing #MuseumLecture

Still looking for the perfect Mother's Day gift? Skip the flowers this year and gift a one-of-a-kind piece of handmade "haute couture"! 💛✨ Join us at NSM to experience traditional natural dyeing. Hand-dye a beautiful silk camisole for your mom—the warm, natural hues combined with your personal touch make for the most elegant and thoughtful surprise. 🌿 Bring your mom along to share a memorable crafting experience, or create it secretly as a beautiful gift! #NSM #ChinaNationalSilkMuseum #MothersDayGift #BotanicalDyeing #SilkArt #MuseumVibes #HandmadeWithLove

During the May Day Holiday, NSM hosted a "time-traveling" craft gathering! ✂️✨ Here is a look back at these wonderful hands-on experiences: ✨ Gold-Leaf Ribbons: Experiencing the shining "haute couture" of the Song Dynasty. 🦄 Winged Horse Pendants: The soothing magic of sewing, stitch by stitch. 🪡 Traditional Embroidery: Replicating exquisite Southern Song patterns for a mindful moment of craftsmanship. Want to join the fun? Let us know in the comments which craft you would like to see next time! 👇 #NSM #ChinaNationalSilkMuseum #DIYCrafts #MuseumVibes #SongDynasty #CulturalHeritage

✨ The Touring Exhibition of the Innovative & Inherited Works of Chinese Brocade Craftsmanship in the New Century is now open at NSM! Over 100 contemporary pieces spark a striking dialogue between traditional heritage and modern technology. ✨ Highlights: ▪️ State Gifts: Oriental aesthetics showcased at APEC and G20. ▪️ Heritage Masterpieces: Exquisite craftsmanship of China's four famous brocades and Kesi. ▪️ Tech Breakthroughs: The world's largest brocade painting and the Olympic-collected "Blue and White Chair." Connecting past and present through brocade. Visit the Hangzhou debut today! 📅 Dates: Now – May 30, 2026 📍 Location: China National Silk Museum, Hangzhou #NSM #ChinaNationalSilkMuseum #Brocade #TextileArt #OrientalAesthetics #CulturalHeritage

✈️ Explore the Splendid China ethnic costume exhibition while waiting for your flight at Hangzhou Airport! Showcasing exquisite attire from 14 ethnic groups, this special display also offers hands-on cultural experiences like canvas bag rubbing and traditional weaving. 🧳 Take this wearable culture with you to the world! 🌍 📅 Dates: Now – May 31, 2026 📍 Location: T4 International Departures (Post-security), Hangzhou Airport #NSM #ChinaNationalSilkMuseum #SplendidChina #TraditionalClothing #CulturalHeritage

✨ The excitement of NSM Hanfu Month continues into May! Our special exhibition, Unveiling the Wardrobe of the Southern Song Dynasty, is currently on display. May is the perfect time to visit the museum! Come immerse yourself in the exquisite elegance of the Song Dynasty, and don't forget to claim a special limited-edition perk waiting just for you. 🎁👘 #NSM #ChinaNationalSilkMuseum #HanfuMonth #SongDynasty #AncientFashion #CulturalHeritage

✨ Cycling the Silk Road: From Morocco to China Photography Exhibition officially opened at NSM on April 29! 🚴‍♂️ Through the lens of Moroccan traveler Karim Mosta, we pay tribute to the great 14th-century explorer Ibn Battuta. Witness an epic 7-month journey spanning 3 continents, 15 countries, and 15,000 kilometers! Explore 50 documentary photographs that capture the most authentic cultural and human beauty along the modern Silk Road. 🌍 📅 Dates: Now – July 31 📍 Location: Fashion Gallery, China National Silk Museum #NSM #ChinaNationalSilkMuseum #SilkRoad #PhotographyExhibition #CulturalExchange #2026SilkRoadWeek #discoverzhejiang

✨ Chinese silk culture crosses the ocean! From April 9 to 25, the "Splendors of Silk: Chinese Silk Art Exhibition" was successfully held at the LSU Textile & Costume Museum. We were honored to share the exquisite craftsmanship and artistic charm of Chinese silk with audiences in the United States. The journey continues! Next, the "NSM Global Cabinet" exhibition series will travel to the Louisiana Art & Science Museum, continuing to spread the timeless elegance of the Silk Road. 🌸 #NSM #ChinaNationalSilkMuseum #SilkRoad #ChineseSilk #LSU #CulturalExchange #2026Silkroadweek

🎉 A perfect wrap-up! The 2026 Chinese Hanfu Month at the China National Silk Museum has successfully concluded. ✨ From the breathtaking "Hanfu Night" to vibrant cultural markets, we fully immersed ourselves in the romance of Song Dynasty poetry. Thank you to everyone for keeping this beautiful heritage shining! 💖 #NSM #ChinaNationalSilkMuseum #HanfuMonth #SongDynasty #Hanfu #2026Silkroadweek

✨ The highly anticipated "Hanfu Night"—highlight of the 2026 NSM Chinese Costume Festival—is about to take the stage! This year, we bring the timeless poetry of the Song Dynasty to life. Through immersive stage plays and a breathtaking Hanfu runway, we will showcase the profound spirit of literary masters and the delicate grace of female poets. Experience the refined elegance of Song-era tea gatherings and the romance of changing seasons. 🍵📜 An ultimate evening of Eastern aesthetics awaits! 🏛️✨ 📅 Time: April 25 | 19:00 - 20:30 📍 Location: Fashion Gallery, China National Silk Museum #NSM #ChinaNationalSilkMuseum #ChineseCostume #SongDynasty #Hanfu #EasternAesthetics #2026Silkroadweek

✨ It's finally here! The 2026 NSM Chinese Costume Festival is officially arriving👘 Join us for an unforgettable weekend packed with exciting cultural activities: 🌙 Hanfu Night 🏺 Artifact Appreciation & Yinhan Forum 🛍️ Cultural Tourism Market 🗺️ Immersive Garden Games 📅 Dates: April 25 - 26 📍 Location: China National Silk Museum We warmly invite you to step back in time and experience the timeless elegance of the Song Dynasty. We look forward to welcoming you! 🏛️✨ #NSM #ChinaNationalSilkMuseum #HanfuMonth #SongDynasty #Hanfu #CulturalHeritage #2026Silkroadweek

👘 Did "avant-garde" fashion exist in the Song Dynasty? How did scholars embrace "retro trends" a millennium ago? Alongside our special exhibition "Unveiling the Wardrobe of the Southern Song Dynasty," we proudly present the second lecture in our series! Join Professor Lu Minzhen (Zhejiang University) to explore the fascinating "fashion controversies" of the era. 🤔✨ 📅 Time: Saturday, April 18 | 14:00 - 15:30 📍 Location: Xinyou Library (B1, Fashion Museum), China National Silk Museum Uncover the sartorial secrets of the past with us! 🏛️ #NSM #ChinaNationalSilkMuseum #SongDynasty #AncientFashion #CulturalHeritage #Hangzhou

✨ Our NSM Overseas Exhibition has arrived in Brazil! 🇧🇷 On April 3, the "Splendors of Silk: Chinese Silk Art" exhibition opened at the Paulo Freire Library in Foz do Iguaçu. 🎉 Spanning three sections—"Silk Originating in the East," "The Silk Road," and "Creating New Chapters"—it offers a beautiful journey through 5,000 years of silk craftsmanship. 🧶 With Brazil serving as the Guest Country of Honor for the 2025 Silk Road Week, our cultural bond continues to flourish. We warmly invite friends in Brazil to experience the charm of the Silk Road! 🏛️✨ #NSM #ChinaNationalSilkMuseum #SilkRoad #CulturalExchange #Brazil #FozDoIguacu #2026Silkroadweek

Across mountains and seas, silk continues to expand our global circle of friends! 🤝 The @museu_imigracao in Brazil recently hosted the exhibition "Silk Connects Mountains to Seas: From China to Brazil," featuring over 100 exquisite pieces. In a special video, Director Alessandra beautifully noted that silk is far more than a commodity—it is a profound symbol of Chinese heritage and a warm bond uniting diverse civilizations. 🧶✨ From Hangzhou to São Paulo, we celebrate this remarkable thread! #NSM #ChinaNationalSilkMuseum #SilkRoad #CulturalExchange #Hangzhou #SaoPaulo

Call for Papers: Symposium of the 2026 Silk Road Week! ✨ Submissions are now open for our June academic symposium! Centered on "Dialogue among Civilizations · Technological Empowerment · Heritage Innovation," we invite researchers worldwide to share their insights. If your work explores Silk Road heritage, intangible cultural safeguarding, or scientific conservation, the NSM stage awaits you. 🕒 Key Dates: April 20: Abstract submission May 28: Full paper submission 🎁 "Splendid Scholars" Support: We offer travel and accommodation funding for two outstanding authors under 38. Submit to intl@cnsilkmuseum.org. We look forward to hearing your voice by the West Lake this summer! #NSM #ChinaNationalSilkMuseum #SilkRoadWeek #CallForPapers #HeritageScience #2026Silkroadweek

Celebrate spring this Qingming holiday at NSM! 🌸✨ Alongside blooming cherry blossoms and our new Southern Song exhibitions, enjoy a vibrant lineup of activities: 🎨 Creative Crafts: Paint cocoons and hand-dye a "moon-white" silk vest. 🐛 Adopt a Silkworm: Kids can take home colorful silkworms for free! 📜 Expert Lectures: Uncover the secrets of Song Dynasty fashion. Exhibitions, spring blossoms, and hands-on fun await. See you here! #NSM #ChinaNationalSilkMuseum #SpringVibes #QingmingFestival #Hangzhou

Three major exhibitions are officially open at NSM! 🏛️✨ We celebrated with A Night of Southern Song Elegance, bringing history to life through a traditional tea ceremony, guqin music, and expert insights. Now on view until May 24: 👘 Unveiling the Wardrobe of the Southern Song Dynasty ✨ Digital Restoration of Song Dynasty Ceremonial Attire 🦋 Women's Inner Garments in Ancient China Join us to explore the refined culture and timeless aesthetics of the Song era. #NSM #ChinaNationalSilkMuseum #SongDynasty #MuseumExhibition #Hangzhou