May 18 marks the 49th International Museum Day, with this year's theme "The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities". The theme highlights how museums can define their roles, proactively address opportunities and challenges, and resonate with the times by safeguarding, innovating, and reconstructing cultural identities amid rapid societal change.To fully leverage their educational roles, museums in Xi'an have prepared a variety of engaging activities.

Tang West Market Museum

The museum will be closed in the morning on May 17 (Saturday) and open to the public for free from the afternoon of May 17 to May 18 (Sunday), featuring themed forums, exhibitions, and interactive experiences.

Closing Time (For hosting main events)

May 17, 9:00-13:00

Free Admission Hours (Last entry at 17:00)

May 17, 13:00–18:00

May 18, 9:00–18:00

Themed Exhibitions

 

Harmonious Beauty: Cultural Exhibition of Museums in China and Neighboring Countries

Venue: Relics at Starting Point of the Ancient Silk Road Hall, Tang West Market Museum

Realizing the Tang Dream: 15th Anniversary Retrospective Exhibition of Tang West Market Museum

Venue: Temporary Exhibition Hall, 3rd Floor, Tang West Market Museum

Kind Reminder

During free admission, visitors can exchange their valid ID for tickets on-site or reserve tickets via Alipay, Meituan, Xiecheng, or other platforms by searching for "Tang West Market Museum".

Hanyangling Museum

Tens of thousands of rose bushes in Hanyangling Museum are in full bloom, approaching their best viewing period. Coinciding with the 49th International Museum Day, the museum integrates its cultural and ecological features to combine the "International Museum Day" with the "Hanyangling Rose Festival," launching a series of public-friendly cultural events.

Cultural and Creative Market

Date: May 14, 2025

Venue: Underground Plaza, Hanyangling Museum

Activity: Han-style cultural and creative markets, interactive experiences, and more. Visitors can immerse themselves in the charm of Han Dynasty culture.

Explore the World of Roses

Date: May 15-31

Venue: Hanyangling Rose Forest, Wisdom Classroom

Activity: The rich rose resources of the museum and innovative interdisciplinary courses will highlight the beauty of nature and civilization.

Gao Family Courtyard Classical Costume Museum

Shadow Puppet Coloring Workshop

Date: Morning of May 18, 2025

Activity: Through immersive hands-on experience, participants learn how color application shapes shadow puppet characters, discovering the magic of craftsmanship.

"Flowers on Cloth" DIY Tie-Dye

Date: Afternoon of May 18, 2025

Activity: Participants will enjoy handmade creation and crafting their own tie-dye works.