Museums in Shenzhen

Shenzhen Museums & Galleries

Shenzhen’s museum landscape reflects its rapid evolution from a fishing village to a global tech hub. The Shenzhen Museum documents this transformation, while the Industrial Museum showcases the city's technological breakthroughs. Art enthusiasts can explore the works of masters at the He Xiangning and Guan Shanyue Art Museums, or visit Dafen Art Museum, located in the world-famous oil painting village. Contemporary design is highlighted at the OCT-LOFT creative district and the architecturally striking Museum of Contemporary Art & Planning Exhibition (MOCAPE).

Shenzhen Museums & Galleries — Map

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He Xiangning Art Gallery

He Xiangning Art Museum is an art museum in Nanshan, Shenzhen, China.

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Hua Art Museum

Hua Art Gallery - also known as OCT Art & Design Gallery - focuses on contemporary Chinese design and creations.

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Shenzhen Industrial Museum

A showcase of China's technological advancement is what this museum has to offer. Visitors can walk through four storeys worth of exhibitons.

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Shenzhen Museum

Shenzhen Museum is a multifunctional modern museum in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China.

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Guan Shanyue Art Museum

Dedicated to the works of Lingnan School master Guan Shanyue, this museum at the base of Lianhuashan Park features a collection of 20th-century Chinese paintings and hosts rotating contemporary art exhibitions.

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Shenzhen Art Meseum

166 Chinese oil paintings, 17 sculptures and 1488 pieces of contemporary and native art work. Not too bad!

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B10 Live

B10 is a communal effort of OCT-LOFT - an artistic community from Shenzhen - and is committed to organizing performances and shows of all…

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The Museum of Contemporary Art & Planning Exhibition (MOCAPE)

Housed in a futuristic building designed by Coop Himmelb(l)au, this venue combines the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Planning Exhibition, documenting Shenzhen’s urban development alongside modern artistic works.

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Huaxia Art Center

A comprehensive cultural facility featuring a large theater and exhibition spaces used for professional performances, film screenings, and art displays.

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Creative Exhibition Center

A specialized venue within the Overseas Chinese Town (OCT) district dedicated to hosting design exhibitions, creative industry forums, and contemporary art showcases.

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Chinese Folk Culture Village

The China Folk Culture Village is a part of Splendid China Folk Village in Shenzhen, China.

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Splendid China Folk Village

Splendid China Folk Village is a theme park including two areas located in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, People's Republic of China.

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Dafen Art Museum

Located in the heart of Dafen Oil Painting Village, this is one of Shenzhen's largest art museums, showcasing the history of the local painting industry and regional contemporary works.

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