Welcome the new journey with spirited horses and elegant charm filling the North Bank. As the Year of the Horse approaches, Nanjing's Jiangbei New District has prepared nine high-caliber art exhibitions to provide cultural enjoyment throughout the Spring Festival! From thousand-year-old woodblock New Year prints to new trends in national-style animation, from landscape sketches to intangible cultural heritage bamboo art, from calligraphy to folk crafts, immerse yourself in a rich cultural atmosphere and unlock the most stylish and heartwarming way to celebrate the Year of the Horse.
**Capturing the New District's Elegance | Landscape Pukou, Beautiful New District – Art Sketch Exhibition** Venue: Nanjing Sifang Art Lake District Art Museum (No. 9 Zhenqi Road, Jiangbei New District) Time: February 5 – April 6, Daily 10:00 – 17:00 (Open during the Spring Festival) When the landscapes and urban fabric of Jiangbei meet artistic brushstrokes, they become a visual feast to behold. This high-level exhibition, jointly organized by provincial, municipal, and district authorities, offers the best perspective to understand the changes in the new district. It brings together 100 shortlisted works and 18 pieces by renowned artists, covering various genres such as traditional Chinese painting, oil painting, and printmaking. Through sketches, the exhibition captures the beauty of Jiangbei's landscapes and the rhythm of its development, integrating natural scenery and urban vistas into ink and brush. Here, each artwork is a slice of time, holding the poetry of natural scenery while etching the firm strides of the new district's progress. Transportation Tips: For self-driving, navigate to the venue address. After crossing the Yangtze River Bridge or Yangtze River Tunnel to Zhenzhuquan Park, follow signs towards Laoshan Mountain for about 5 minutes uphill; parking is available onsite. For public transport, take bus D58 or 694 to Zhenzhuquan Terminal, then walk for 15-20 minutes.
**Ink Charm Conveys the East | Eastern Aesthetics – Yan Gongda's Calligraphy Works (Partial) Exhibition in France** Venue: Baoyuntang Art Space, Xiangtang, Jiangpu Street, Jiangbei New District Time: January 10, 2026 – February 28, 2026, Daily 09:00-12:00; 14:00-17:00 (Open during the Spring Festival; removal date subject to official announcements) This exhibition selects 14 outstanding pieces from the 33 works Mr. Yan Gongda exhibited in France as part of the "Great Beauty China World Tour · Eastern Cloud Attire" cultural exchange series marking the 60th anniversary of Sino-French diplomatic relations. It showcases nine script styles including oracle bone script, bronze script, Chu script, and Qin seal script. The dynamic brushwork reveals the evolution and artistic essence of Chinese characters, while also displaying Mr. Yan's calligraphic artistry and spiritual core. Experience the charm of Chinese aesthetics transcending mountains and seas in the tranquil atmosphere of Xiangtang. Transportation Tips: Self-driving is recommended. Navigate to "Xiangtang Reservoir Viewing Platform" and walk to the venue.
**Brilliance of Auspiciousness | Jiangsu Youth Folk Craft Series Exhibition** Venue: Tourist Center, Shuimo Dadian Scenic Area, Jiangbei New District Time: February 17 – April, Daily 10:00 – 17:00 (Open during the Spring Festival; removal date subject to official announcements) This exhibition highlights over 20 exhibits by six master craft artists, covering classic Jiangsu folk crafts such as Suzhou embroidery, Nanjing jade carving, crystal carving, clay sculpture, Xuzhou sachets, and paper-cutting, blending traditional heritage with contemporary aesthetics. The exhibits showcase the delicate elegance of Suzhou embroidery "using needles as brushes and silk as ink," the exquisite warmth of Nanjing jade carving, the folk ingenuity of Xuzhou sachets, and the intricate beauty of paper-cutting art. Visitors can engage in a profound dialogue with traditional techniques and touch the millennial pulse of Jiangnan craftsmanship. Transportation Tips: Self-driving is recommended. Navigate to "Shuimo Dadian Scenic Area" and walk to the venue.
**Precious Stones Reflect Literary Grace | Celebrating the New Year on the North Bank · Time Art Exhibition** Venue: Qiuyushan Cultural Celebrities Memorial Hall, Jiangbei New District Time: February 13, 2026 – February 28, 2026, Daily 09:00-17:00; Special hours February 17-19: 08:30-17:30 (Open during the Spring Festival) Innovatively juxtaposing "Authentic Works of the Four Masters of Jinling" with "Precious Stones from Laoshan," this exhibition creates a spiritual dialogue space transcending materials and forms. It features 50 fine calligraphy and painting works from different periods by the Four Masters of Jinling, 30 precious Laoshan stones, 20 Yuhua stones, and over 30 door plaque artworks in the "Welcoming Spring and Receiving Blessings · Door Plaque Art Micro-Exhibition." Savor the literati's integrity in calligraphy and painting, explore nature's mysteries in precious stones, and add festive cheer with vibrant door plaques. Immerse yourself in the dual nourishment of cultural refinement and New Year spirit, experiencing Jiangbei's cultural heritage deeply. Transportation Tips: For public transport, take Metro Line 10 to Wende Road Station, then transfer to bus D14/601/600 for 3 stops to "Wendexi Road · Jiangmiao Road Station" or walk 800 meters. Alternatively, take bus 612 or 684 to "Qiuyushan East Station." For self-driving, navigate to "Qiuyushan Cultural Celebrities Memorial Hall." Multiple parking areas are open all day, with new energy charging stations available.
**Ink Celebrates the New Spring | Steeds Herald Spring · Ink Dances at Fenghuang – Spring Festival Couplet Exhibition and Youth Calligraphy, Painting, and Seal Carving Exhibition** Venue: Fenghuang Pavilion, Fenghuangshan Park, Jiangpu Street, Jiangbei New District Time: February 7, 2026 – February 22, 2026, Daily 09:30-11:30; 13:30-16:30 (Open during the Spring Festival) Ink fragrance greets the New Spring, childlike fun welcomes the Year of the Horse! The exhibition showcases over 50 calligraphy, painting, and couplet works by five invited masters—Xie Shaocheng, Qiu Gaochi, Bai He, Liu Chun, Chen Wei—and young participants. A dedicated children's section, themed "Childlike Fun Celebrates the New Year," displays youthful calligraphy, painting, and seal carvings, full of innocence and vitality. The masters' works feature vigorous brushstrokes and profound意境, blending natural scenery with ink culture. Against red walls and dark tiles, the exhibition creates a new cultural tourism scene combining artistry and participation, making it an ideal destination for families to enjoy New Year culture together. Transportation Tips: Take bus D7, 683, 603, 608, or D14 to Gongyuan North Road, Huangshanling Road, or Gongyuan South Road. Alternatively, take Metro Line 10 to Wende Road Station, then walk to Fenghuangshan Park. For self-driving, navigate to "Fenghuangshan Park Parking Lot" and walk to the park.
**Spirit Endures | Bridging Taishan – Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge Cultural Exhibition** Venue: Taishan Street New Era Civilization Practice Center (4th Floor, No. 7 Puyuan North Road, Dahua Community, Taishan Street, Jiangbei New District) Time: Starting January 14, Daily 9:00—20:30 (Closed from New Year's Eve to the fourth day of the New Year during the Spring Festival; other days 9:00—16:00) With red as the main theme, this exhibition pays tribute to the spirit of the "Bridge of Integrity"! Through four chapters—"Millennial Dream of Bridge Building—Nine Years Erecting a Flying Rainbow—History Casts a Monument—Spirit Endures"—it systematically presents the grand journey of the Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge from historical conception to an era-defining monument. Old photographs and precious historical materials vividly interpret the "self-reliance and overcoming difficulties" spirit of the "Bridge of Integrity." During the New Year, understand the perseverance and dedication ingrained in Jiangbei people through light and shadow. Transportation Tips: Preferably take Metro Line 3 to Liuzhou East Road Station, then transfer to bus 512, 666, or 693 to Xiangyi Meisong Station, and walk about 200 meters. For self-driving, navigate to "No. 7 Puyuan North Road." Roadside parking is available nearby; follow on-site instructions for orderly parking. Proceed to the 4th floor upon arrival.
**Prefer minimal travel? Nanjing Jiangbei Library (New Branch) directly offers a triple cultural experience. With clear routes on the second, first, and basement floors, exhibition viewing efficiency is maximized, suitable for family outings or trips with friends. It's the perfect time for a Spring Festival visit!**
**New Year Prints Dialogue North and South | North-South Dialogue of Woodblock New Year Prints** Venue: Second Floor Exhibition Hall, Nanjing Jiangbei Library (New Branch) Time: Starting February 3, 2026, Daily 9:00—18:00 (Spring Festival hours: New Year's Eve 9:00-12:00; 1st-3rd day of New Year 13:00-17:00; 4th-7th day 9:00-17:00) This exhibition breaks geographical boundaries, bringing together masterpieces from three representative New Year print schools—Suzhou's Taohuawu, Tianjin's Yangliuqing, and Henan's Zhuxianzhen—staging a cross-regional folk art dialogue. The exhibition area features vermilion "door panels" as the entrance, adorned with door god prints of Qinqiong and Yuchigong, recreating the classic custom of "pasting door gods for the New Year." A folded, winding layout simulates old streets and alleys. The exhibition selects precious literature like "Ancient New Year Print Collections," physical woodblock molds, paired with New Year print stamps and original works, comprehensively presenting the distinct characteristics of northern and southern prints—Taohuawu's refinement and grace, Yangliuqing's vibrant dynamism, Zhuxianzhen's rustic solidity. Each cut holds craftsmanship; each print carries New Year spirit, offering an immersive understanding of the传承 of folk aesthetics and spiritual beliefs.
**National Trend Ignites Animation | Jiang Yong National Trend – Classic Chinese Animation Exhibition** Venue: Basement Floor Exhibition Hall, Nanjing Jiangbei Library (New Branch) Time: December 28, 2025 – April 30, 2026, Daily 9:00—18:00 (Spring Festival hours: New Year's Eve 9:00-12:00; 1st-3rd day of New Year 13:00-17:00; 4th-7th day 9:00-17:00) Jointly organized by the China Animation Association, Nanjing Jiangbei New District Management Committee, and Nanjing University of the Arts, this exhibition boasts a high-caliber lineup. It serves as both a concentrated display of China's animation development achievements and an important window into the integration of culture and technology in Jiangbei New District. Centered on "Jiang Yong National Trend," the exhibition looks back at classics—displaying original hand-drawn animation cells and 3D models from childhood memories, narrating the dedication of older animators, and revisiting the golden age of the "Chinese School" of animation. Simultaneously, it focuses on innovation—incorporating new forms like digital imagery and AI-generated content, showcasing the deep integration of animation art with digital intelligence technology, and unlocking the future possibilities of national trend animation. It's suitable for all age groups to visit.
**Craftsmanship Carves Bamboo Charm | Dingshan Bamboo Charm, Craftsmanship Inherited – Special Bamboo Carving Art Exhibition** Venue: First Floor Atrium, Nanjing Jiangbei Library (New Branch) Time: Until March 1, 2026, Daily 9:00—18:00 (Spring Festival hours: New Year's Eve 9:00-12:00; 1st-3rd day of New Year 13:00-17:00; 4th-7th day 9:00-17:00) Within small bamboo surfaces lies immense craftsmanship. This special bamboo carving exhibition vividly showcases the bamboo culture of Jinling's Dingshan and intangible heritage skills. Created by representative inheritor Long Shuangheng and his disciples, the exhibition displays over 100 exquisite bamboo carvings. These works, themed on Jinling's scenic spots and daily life, undergo more than ten processes and months or even years of polishing, boasting strong three-dimensionality and a simple style. Here, you can appreciate the intricacies of bamboo carving up close, feel the传承 and innovation of intangible heritage in the new era, and understand the slow time and great craftsmanship within old techniques. Transportation Tips for Nanjing Jiangbei Library (New Branch): For public transport, take bus G49 or 606 directly to the terminal stop. For self-driving, navigate to the venue's underground parking lot, which has ample spaces. Please slow down when passing Shifo Street.
This Year of the Horse Spring Festival, bid farewell to noise and crowds, and head to Jiangbei New District for an artistic rendezvous. Nine exhibitions, nine layers of charm—whether admiring landscape beauty, savoring the fragrance of ink, comprehending spiritual greatness, marveling at craftsmanship, or reminiscing childhood joys—let art浸润 the New Spring and culture warm the years. Spend a stylish and meaningful Year of the Horse Spring Festival!
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