The Guizhou Provincial Museum (贵州省博物馆), spanning an area of 70,860 square meters with a total construction area of 46,450 square meters, stands as a testament to nearly 60 years of development and cultural preservation. Accumulating a collection of over 80,000 artifacts, this museum is a trove of historical significance.
Its collection is divided into three primary categories: prehistoric relics, historical artifacts, and ethnic cultural items. The museum boasts captivating exhibitions such as “Guizhou’s Mineral Resources,” “Natural Resources of Guizhou,” “Peasant Uprisings during the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom Period in Guizhou,” “Revolutionary Activities of the Chinese Workers’ and Peasants’ Red Army in Guizhou,” and “Excavated Cultural Relics in Guizhou.”
Visitors to the Guizhou Provincial Museum will encounter a fascinating array of prehistoric specimens including dragon fossils, sea dragon fossils, ichthyosaur fossils, and crinoid fossils. Additionally, there are remarkable ancient treasures unearthed within the province such as bronze chariots and horses, intricate bronze vessels like the ‘Lihua Bronze Cauldron,’ ‘Shizhaishan Bronze Drums,’ ‘Yangcan Tomb Bronze Drums,’ bronze-handled iron swords, gilded copper helmets, ancient swords, Ming Dynasty golden crowns, and colorful glazed pottery figurines.
However, the spotlight shines on the ethnic cultural artifacts displayed within the museum. Beyond showcasing over 1,000 items encompassing embroidery, batik, intricate woven fabrics, and silver ornaments, it features remarkable pieces like the Miao ethnic marriage memorial wooden tablets, Miao animal motifs inscribed on wine horns, Miao embroidered silver bells and pendants for women’s clothing with green satin and floral borders. Among the Yi ethnic treasures are the ceremonial robes of village chieftains, a handwritten copy of the “Biography of the Sixth Patriarch” in Yi script, and stone carvings of “Bronze Drums” from the funerary sites of the Shui ethnic group, all of immense cultural and aesthetic value.
Table of Contents
- Basic Information
- Location and Transportation
- Halls of Guizhou Provincial Museum
- Vlog about Guizhou Provincial Museum
- Attractions in Northwest Guiyang
Basic Information
| Estimated Length of Tour | 3 hours |
| Ticket Price | Free |
| Opening Hours | 9.00 – 17.00; Last admission: 16.00 |
| Telephone Number | 0086-0851-84811809 0086-0851-84811830 |
Location and Transportation
The Guizhou Provincial Museum is situated at 107 Lincheng East Road, Guanshanhu District, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, China. It is located in close proximity to the Guiyang International Convention and Exhibition Center, as well as the Guiyang Urban and Rural Planning Exhibition Hall, with a road separating them. To get there, you can choose one of the following ways:
Bus: Take bus 29, 48, 58, 60, 111, 208, 218, 263, 269, 280, 290, 321, or 702 and get off at International Convention Center North Stop (国际会议中心北站).
Metro: The closest metro station to Guizhou Provincial Museum is International Ecology Convention Center (国际生态会议中心) on line 1. After getting out of the station from Exit B, walk about 500 meters to the west to reach the museum.
Halls of Guizhou Provincial Museum
Ethnic Guizhou Theme Hall
This hall is dedicated to showcasing the distinctive cultures and artifacts of various ethnic groups in Guizhou, including the Han, Miao, Buyi, and Dong ethnicities. The exhibits highlight the unique clothing, accessories, and traditional items of these communities. Notable pieces include the traditional women’s attire of the Miao ethnic group from Huaxi in Guiyang, Miao embroidered back fans featuring geometric patterns and auspicious symbols like “米” and “囍” from Guiyang, and the intricate wax-dyed costumes of the Buyi people from Liuzhi. The hall provides a comprehensive glimpse into the vibrant cultural tapestry of Guizhou’s diverse ethnic groups, featuring items such as Miao silver jewelry.
Kingdom of Ancient Organisms Theme Hall
This hall transports visitors to the ancient world through a captivating display of fossils from the Weng’an Biota, Kaili Biota, and the Triassic marine reptile fossil groups from Guanling, Xingyi, and Panxian. The exhibits in the “Kingdom of Ancient Organisms” theme hall offer a glimpse into the prehistoric marine ecosystems and the fascinating evolution of life on Earth. Fossils from various geological formations, including those from Weng’an and Kaili, contribute to a comprehensive understanding of ancient organisms, making it a must-visit for those intrigued by paleontology.
Historical Guizhou Theme Hall
This thematic hall provides a chronological exploration of Guizhou’s history, featuring key milestones and developmental trajectories. Divided into five sections—”Exploring Guanyin Cave,” “Tracing Yelang,” “The Road to Provincial Establishment,” “Cultural and Educational Development,” and “Red Marks on Qiannan Mountains,” the exhibition showcases a diverse range of artifacts. Notable items include a bronze horse-drawn carriage, Pingbo Clock, a bronze seal from the Qingjiang Xiezhong Military Department, intricately carved lion-shaped bronze belt hooks, and lacquered ear cups. These artifacts offer insights into Guizhou’s historical evolution, cultural exchanges, and the imprint of revolutionary activities.
Youth Hall
The Youth Hall is an interactive space designed for younger visitors, offering an engaging and educational experience. It synthesizes information from various aspects of the museum’s collection, including nature, history, culture, and art. Focusing on themes such as ancient organisms, human development and evolution, mythical legends of ethnic minorities, and intangible cultural heritage, the hall aims to captivate the curiosity of young minds through dynamic displays and hands-on experiences.
