The Zhendan Museum, a cultural endeavor by Chen Yongtai, founder of Zhendan Group, is a testament to his commitment to giving back to society. Officially opened in October 2013, the museum is nestled on the banks of the Huangpu River in the financial district of Lujiazui, Shanghai. Spanning six floors with a total area of 6,316 square meters, the museum integrates collection, research, exhibition, operation, and promotion, adhering to the philosophy of ‘protection, inheritance, and dedication’ towards Chinese culture.
In collaboration with the School of Archaeology and Museology at Peking University, the museum promotes the study of ancient artifacts. The collection primarily features Buddhist sculptures, jade, pottery, blue and white porcelain, and pictorial stones, with a special research center dedicated to the study of ancient artifacts. This multifaceted and multi-dimensional approach provides visitors with a deeper understanding of historical artifacts.
As a new venue for art appreciation, educational promotion, and leisure, the Zhendan Museum has established itself as a cultural landmark for Shanghai and the world. Designed by the internationally renowned architect Tadao Ando, the museum is constructed with glass curtains to create a minimalist and clear geometric form. At night, it resembles a deep, tranquil, and restrained blue jewelry box, standing out in the dazzling night view of Shanghai’s Huangpu River.
The museum’s opening hours are as follows: Tuesday to Thursday, Saturday to Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00; Friday from 10:00 to 21:00; closed on Mondays; closed from February 27th to February 26th; and open from 10:00 to 17:00 on Qingming Festival, Labor Day, Dragon Boat Festival, Mid-Autumn Festival, and National Day.
**Preferential Policies:**
– **Children:** Free entry for children under 1.3 meters or under 6 years old.
– **Active-Duty Military Personnel and Their Families:** Preferential rates with valid identification.
– **Police and Firefighters:** Preferential rates with valid identification.
– **Seniors Over 70 Years Old:** Free entry with valid identification.
– **Seniors Aged 60 to 69:** Preferential rates with valid identification.
– **Martyrs’ Families and Families of Soldiers Who Died in the Line of Duty:** Free entry with valid identification.
– **People with Disabilities:** Free entry with valid identification.
