A Visit to Zhejiang Provincial Museum for International Faculty was Held on July 4

To enhance the understanding of Chinese culture and history among foreign teachers, the Human Resources Department Office, in collaboration with Office of Global Engagement and the School of International Studies, organized a visit to the Zhejiang Provincial Museum (Zhijiang) and Zhejiang Intangible Cultural Museum on July 4, 2024. Over ten foreign teachers from seven countries participated in this event.

The trip aimed to provide international faculty members with insights into Chinese history, culture, and traditions as documented in the museum, beginning with artifacts from the early dynasties. Special guide was given to the historical development of Zhejiang province and the cultural heritage particularly from the Yue Kingdom, Qin Dynasty, Han Dynasty, Song Dynasty and others dynasties or kingdoms with preserved historical technologies. The museum tour was led by a professional guide from the Zhejiang Provincial Museum. The presentations were highly interactive, with many foreign teachers actively engaging by asking questions about the preservation and documentation of artifacts from over 5,000 years ago.

Additionally, the teachers came to the Zhejiang Intangible Cultural Museum to explore traditional weaving techniques and handicrafts, and even had the opportunity to weave a bamboo basket themselves. Many participants expressed that such hands-on experiences are crucial for gaining a deeper understanding of Chinese culture.

After the event, the foreign teachers expressed that they learned a lot of historical knowledge through this visit. Mr. Endale Tamiru Basore from the School of Optical science and Engineering said that he really thanked for the informative visit to the Zhejiang Provincial Museum, where the millennia-old history of the Chinese people had established today's modern China. The visit was enjoyable and interesting and every moment with a series of new historical sites was the first experience for him.

This activity not only enriches the cultural life of foreign teachers, but also provides them with an opportunity to know more about Chinese history and culture. Organizers of this event conveyed their commitment to arranging more such activities in the future. These initiatives are designed to help faculty members master Chinese culture more easily and foster motivation for further study, enhancing their interaction with colleagues and the Chinese community.