Tourism GuideHebei Museum
The Hebei Museum is the largest comprehensive museum in Hebei Province showcasing over 240000 cultural relics spanning 5000 years of Chinese history
Key Information
Established
1953
Total Area
53100 square meters
Exhibition Area
22000 square meters
Collection Size
Over 240000 cultural relics
Architectural Style
Modern Chinese with traditional elements
Main Collections
Bronze ware ceramics jade ancient coins calligraphy
Special Exhibitions
Zhongshan Kingdom Tang Dynasty artifacts revolutionary history
Visitor Facilities
Audio guides wheelchair accessible cafe souvenir shop
Located in the heart of Shijiazhuang the Hebei Museum stands as a magnificent cultural landmark representing the rich heritage of Hebei Province The museum building itself is an architectural masterpiece combining traditional Chinese elements with modern design The museum houses an extensive collection of over 240000 cultural relics including bronze ware ceramics jade artifacts ancient coins calligraphy paintings and historical documents The exhibitions are organized chronologically taking visitors on a journey through Hebei's history from prehistoric times through the Warring States period Han Dynasty Tang Dynasty Song Dynasty Yuan Dynasty Ming Dynasty and Qing Dynasty up to modern times One of the museum's highlights is its collection of artifacts from the Zhongshan Kingdom an ancient state that flourished during the Warring States period The museum also features special exhibitions on Hebei's revolutionary history traditional folk arts and the provinces natural resources The interactive displays and multimedia presentations make the museum experience engaging for visitors of all ages
Things to Do
- Explore the Ancient Zhongshan Kingdom exhibition featuring bronze artifacts and jade burial suits
- Admire the magnificent collection of Tang Dynasty tri color pottery and porcelain
- Study the detailed models of ancient Hebei architecture and city planning
- View the rare collection of Buddhist statues and religious artifacts from various dynasties
- Examine the extensive display of ancient Chinese coins and currency systems
- Appreciate traditional Chinese calligraphy and painting masterpieces
- Learn about Hebei's revolutionary history during the anti Japanese war period
- Discover traditional folk arts including paper cutting shadow puppetry and clay figurines
