Changsha Museum (长沙博物馆) was established in 1986, with its new building opening on December 28, 2015. The museum consists of five floors and covers an area of 24,000 square meters. It houses over 50,000 cultural relics that span from the Paleolithic era to modern times, showcasing the historical and cultural development of Changsha. Among its notable collections are bronzeware from the Shang and Zhou dynasties, artifacts from the Chu-Han period, porcelain from the Tang Dynasty’s Changsha kiln, and modern relics.
The museum features two main exhibitions: the Ancient History and Culture of Changsha and the Modern History and Culture of Changsha. Additionally, it regularly updates its special exhibitions and hosts exchange exhibitions.
Architecturally, the Changsha Museum is designed to resemble a “stubborn stone.” The exterior wall displays a map of Changsha from the early 20th century, and the facade incorporates elements reminiscent of bamboo slips. Notable locations in Changsha, such as Baisha Well, Pozi Street, and Orange Isle, are represented using an ancient style of Chinese font, marking eighteen familiar place names for locals. The exterior is also adorned with a depiction of the Xiang River flowing gently along the walls, adding to its cultural significance.
Table of Contents
- Basic Information
- Location and Transportation
- Highlights of Changsha Museum
- Attractions Near Changsha Temple
Basic Information
| Estimated Length of Tour | 1 – 2 hours |
| Ticket Price | Free |
| Opening Hours | 9.00 – 17.00; Last admission: 16.30 Closed on Mondays |
| Telephone Number | 0086-0731-82892350 0086-0731-82892360 0086-0731-82224772 |
Location and Transportation
The Changsha Museum is located in the Xinhe Delta Riverside Cultural Park, situated at the intersection of Qifeng Road and Xiangjiang North Road in the Kaifu District of Changsha, Hunan Province, China.
Bus: Take bus 520 or 804 and get off at Riverside Cultural Park Stop (滨江文化园站).
Metro: The closest metro station to Changsha Museum is Beichen Delta (北辰三角洲) on line 1. After getting out of the station from Exit 1, walk about 600 meters to the northwest to reach the attraction.
Highlights of Changsha Museum
Ancient History and Culture Exhibition of Changsha
The Ancient History and Culture Exhibition of Changsha is located on the first floor, encompassing Exhibition Halls 1, 2, and 3. It is divided into six thematic areas: Morning Glow of the Xiang River, Hometown of Bronze, Chunan Stronghold, Han Dynasty Kingdom, Capital of Huxiang, and Ming and Qing Capital City. This exhibition interprets the development of Changsha from the earliest human activities 200,000 years ago through various historical phases, including the Southern Expeditions of the Shang and Zhou dynasties, the military strategies of the Chu people, the enfeoffment by the Han court, and the prosperity of the Tang and Song dynasties, up to the designation of Changsha as the central hub of Hunan during the early Qing Dynasty. It highlights the rich historical heritage of Changsha.
Modern History and Culture Exhibition of Changsha
The Modern History and Culture Exhibition of Changsha is situated on the second floor in Exhibition Hall 4. This part of the museum focuses on the more recent history of Changsha, divided into seven sections: Promoting Practical Governance, Leading New Policies, Response to the Xinhai Revolution, Voice of the Party’s Foundation, Autumn Harvest Uprising, Unity Against Humiliation, and Peaceful Liberation. This exhibition commemorates the heroic contributions of the people of Changsha in their struggles for national independence and the liberation of the populace.
