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September 18th Historical Museum

A powerful memorial museum documenting the Mukden Incident that marked the beginning of Japans invasion of Northeast China

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About September 18th Historical Museum

The September 18th Historical Museum also known as the 918 Museum is a solemn memorial site built on the exact location where the Mukden Incident occurred on September 18 1931 This incident marked the beginning of Japans fullscale invasion of Northeast China and the start of the 14year War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression The museum complex features a massive openair exhibition with a striking monument shaped like an open calendar page frozen on September 18 1931 Inside the museum visitors will find extensive collections of historical photographs documents artifacts and multimedia presentations that chronicle the events leading up to the incident the subsequent Japanese occupation and the heroic resistance of the Chinese people The exhibitions are arranged chronologically starting from the historical background of Northeast China the planning and execution of the Mukden Incident the establishment of the puppet state of Manchukuo and culminating with the eventual liberation and victory The museums design incorporates symbolic elements throughout including the main monument which represents a torn page of history and the underground exhibition halls that symbolize the darkness of occupation and the resilience of the Chinese spirit

Make time for

Practical ideas, not a checklist

  1. 01Explore the outdoor monument area with its symbolic calendar page design
  2. 02Visit the underground exhibition halls featuring chronological displays of the Mukden Incident
  3. 03Examine authentic historical artifacts including weapons documents and personal belongings
  4. 04Watch multimedia presentations and documentary films about the events
  5. 05Learn about the resistance movements and heroic figures of the period
  6. 06Visit the Peace Bell area for reflection and remembrance
  7. 07Study the detailed timeline of events from 1931 to 1945
  8. 08Explore the special exhibitions on regional history and cultural preservation

Good to know

Established Year
1991
Exhibition Area
12600 square meters
Architectural Style
Modern Memorial Architecture
Main Monument Height
18 meters
Underground Exhibition Space
9180 square meters
Historical Significance
National Patriotism Education Base
Visitor Capacity
3000 people daily
Audio Guide Availability
Available in multiple languages
Photography Policy
Allowed in most areas except special exhibitions
Accessibility Features
Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators

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