Festive exhibits illuminate Chinese New Year at art museum in Beijing

Photo taken on Feb. 16, 2025 shows a festive exhibit displayed at the "Shadow Puppetry & Contemporary Art Exhibition" at Nanchizi Museum in Dongcheng District, Beijing. The exhibits’ intricate designs and festive elements invite visitors to reflect on both the historical significance and contemporary artistic interpretation of China’s cultural heritage. As the Year of the Snake marks the first year of Chinese New Year celebration’s official recognition as part of UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, the thoughtfully chosen designs highlight the joy and exuberance of the holiday season while paying homage to the legacy of the Chinese New Year. (Wang Xinyuan/Guangming Picture)

Photo taken on Feb. 16, 2025 shows a festive exhibit displayed at the "Shadow Puppetry & Contemporary Art Exhibition" at Nanchizi Museum in Dongcheng District, Beijing. The exhibits’ intricate designs and festive elements invite visitors to reflect on both the historical significance and contemporary artistic interpretation of China’s cultural heritage. As the Year of the Snake marks the first year of Chinese New Year celebration’s official recognition as part of UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, the thoughtfully chosen designs highlight the joy and exuberance of the holiday season while paying homage to the legacy of the Chinese New Year. (Wang Xinyuan/Guangming Picture)

Photo taken on Feb. 16, 2025 shows a festive exhibit displayed at the "Shadow Puppetry & Contemporary Art Exhibition" at Nanchizi Museum in Dongcheng District, Beijing. The exhibits’ intricate designs and festive elements invite visitors to reflect on both the historical significance and contemporary artistic interpretation of China’s cultural heritage. As the Year of the Snake marks the first year of Chinese New Year celebration’s official recognition as part of UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, the thoughtfully chosen designs highlight the joy and exuberance of the holiday season while paying homage to the legacy of the Chinese New Year. (Wang Xinyuan/Guangming Picture)

Photo taken on Feb. 16, 2025 shows visitors engrossed in the festive displays at the "Shadow Puppetry & Contemporary Art Exhibition" at Nanchizi Museum in Dongcheng District, Beijing. The exhibits’ intricate designs and festive elements invite visitors to reflect on both the historical significance and contemporary artistic interpretation of China’s cultural heritage. As the Year of the Snake marks the first year of Chinese New Year celebration’s official recognition as part of UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, the thoughtfully chosen designs highlight the joy and exuberance of the holiday season while paying homage to the legacy of the Chinese New Year. (Wang Xinyuan/Guangming Picture)

Photo taken on Feb. 16, 2025 shows the view of the historic venue at Nanchizi Museum in Dongcheng District, Beijing, China’s capital city. The museum’s traditional architecture and serene garden design provide an evocative backdrop that enhances the exhibition’s dialogue between China’s rich cultural heritage and modern art expressions. (Wang Xinyuan/Guangming Picture)