During the 14th Five-Year Plan period, Haidian District in Beijing has added 20 new performance spaces, offering residents high-quality cultural experiences in accessible "small yet refined" formats. With the opening of trendy landmarks like Weigong·Fanghuali, the district continues to expand its innovative public cultural service spaces. Currently, Haidian boasts 2.89 square meters of public cultural facilities per capita—far exceeding municipal targets and ranking among the top in Beijing's six urban districts.
Over the next five years, Haidian will prioritize two key initiatives: building a "City of Performing Arts" and a "City of Museums." By 2030, the district aims to host over 60 museums.
**Historic Brick Kiln Transformed into Cultural Space** The "Brick Kiln Lane" urban renewal project in Haidian’s Xisanqi area repurposes a 1950s-era brick factory that once supplied materials for iconic structures like the Great Hall of the People. The 40-meter chimney, now artistically enhanced, and the preserved red-brick facade blend industrial heritage with modern design. The kiln’s original 155-meter-long chamber has been converted into an art hall, combining historic brickwork with glass walls and steel structures. Inside the chimney, a holographic "Floral Dream" installation creates an immersive experience, while a spiral staircase serves as an artistic bridge between past and present. Since opening, the site has hosted over 130 cultural events, becoming a hub for community engagement.
**New Cultural Landmarks Emerge** Weigong·Fanghuali, a mixed-use commercial and cultural district near Weigongcun subway station, has quickly gained popularity. Its standout feature, the National Library文创馆 (Culture & Innovation Pavilion), offers free book borrowing, exhibitions, and interactive displays—including甲骨文 (oracle bone) reliefs and AR/VR products—drawing young crowds. The district also integrates academic resources from nearby universities like Beijing Foreign Studies University and Beijing Institute of Technology.
**Museum-City Development Plans** By 2030, Haidian plans to: - Restore heritage sites like the Summer Palace’s gates and the Old Summer Palace archaeological park. - Open protected landmarks such as the Jingtai Mausoleum and Prince Chun’s Tomb. - Launch new museums, including the Dahui Temple Digital Art Museum and a曹雪芹 (Cao Xueqin) cultural museum. - Expand非遗 (intangible cultural heritage) programs to schools and communities. - Develop cultural tourism routes like the "Imperial Waterway of the Long River" and "Jingxi Ancient Incense Trail."
Projections estimate 116 million annual visitors and ¥140 billion in tourism revenue by 2030, with 4% yearly growth in visitor numbers and 3% in spending.
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