Tourism GuideFirst Automobile Works Museum
Discover Chinas automotive birthplace at the First Automobile Works Museum where the nations first automobile was born
Key Information
Established
2007
Exhibition Area
12000 square meters
Collection Size
Over 500 historical vehicles and artifacts
Best Time to Visit
April to October
Guided Tours
Available in English and Chinese
Photography
Allowed throughout most areas
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible facilities available
Nearby Attractions
Jilin University Automobile Campus Changchun Film Studio
The First Automobile Works Museum stands as a living testament to Chinas industrial revolution and automotive heritage Located within the original FAW factory complex this museum chronicles the birth and evolution of Chinas automobile industry from the first domestically produced truck in 1956 to modern automotive innovations The museum occupies historic factory buildings where the legendary Jiefang CA10 truck rolled off the assembly line marking Chinas entry into the automotive age Visitors can explore authentic production lines vintage vehicles and interactive exhibits that showcase the technological advancements and cultural significance of Chinas automotive journey The museum not only displays vehicles but also preserves the stories of workers engineers and visionaries who built Chinas automotive industry from scratch making it a mustvisit destination for automotive enthusiasts and history buffs alike
Things to Do
- Explore the original 1950s assembly line where Chinas first truck was produced
- Admire the collection of vintage vehicles including the iconic Jiefang CA10 truck
- Experience interactive exhibits on automotive engineering and manufacturing processes
- Learn about the history of FAW through multimedia presentations and historical documents
- Visit the worker memorial hall honoring the pioneers of Chinas automotive industry
- Take guided tours through preserved factory workshops and production facilities
- Participate in automotive technology demonstrations and educational workshops
- Photograph the impressive collection of classic cars and commercial vehicles
