If you’re in Beijing and looking for a quiet place to enjoy art, an art museum is the perfect place. There are no bustling crowds or loud noises, making it the perfect place to relax and find your inner peace. Read on for more information on some of the best art museums in Beijing!
1. National Art Museum of China
The National Art Museum of China is the country’s premier art museum. It houses over 110,000 works of art, spanning from ancient to contemporary times. The museum’s collection represents the development of Chinese art, with works by some of the most famous Chinese artists. The museum also has a collection of foreign art, as well as a rich collection of folk art.
The collection includes works by such masters as Su Shi, Tang Yin, Xu Wei, Ren Bonian, Wu Changshuo, Huang Binhong, Qi Baishi, Xu Beihong, Lin Fengmian, Liu Haisu, Pan Tianshou, Jiang Zhaohe, Wu Zuoren, Li Keran, Dong Xiwen, Wu Guanzhong, Zhu Dequn, and more. It also includes works by foreign artists such as Picasso, Dali, Kaethe Kollwitz, Ansel Adams, and others.
Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Closed on Mondays
Address: No. 1, Wudaoying Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing
2. Red Brick Art Museum
Some say the Red Brick Art Museum should really be called the Red Brick Art Park. It is located in the No. 1 Art District in the northeast of Chaoyang District, Beijing. It is a carefully crafted art museum that embraces nature, using the imagery of traditional Chinese gardens.
The entire museum is made of red bricks, just as its name suggests. The Red Brick Art Museum is a popular photography spot for Beijing’s artsy crowd. The red bricks and white walls are the standard color scheme for artistic styles, combined with the geometric exterior, it’s a real Instagram-worthy spot.
Opening Hours: Summer 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Winter 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM; Closed on Mondays
Address: Hegezhuang Village, Cuigongzhuang Township, Chaoyang District, Beijing
3. Luo Hong Photography Art Museum
This is the personal photography exhibition hall of Mr. Luo Hong, the owner of Haolilai Cake and Black Swan Cake, and a famous photographer. The exhibits are mostly his own photography works, mainly focusing on nature and animals.
The venue includes three parts: Luo Hong Photography Art Gallery, Oriental Garden Group and Black Swan Cake Art Museum. The design incorporates the ingenuity of many international designers, and invited more than 30 Shandong traditional stone art craftsmen to carve stone art. Every flower, every grass, every tree is deeply touching. It is an art space that nurtures the soul with true craftsmanship.
Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Address: 200 meters from the Yanglin Avenue exit of Beijing Shunyi Airport Expressway
4. Central Academy of Fine Arts Museum
The Central Academy of Fine Arts Museum has a beautiful and majestic streamlined design. The building itself is a masterpiece of art. The interior and exterior spaces are complete and interconnected.
As soon as you enter, your eyes are drawn to the furthest end of the building. Walk up the ramp to the bridge-shaped staircase on the second floor, and your interest will be piqued. The exhibits are also a pleasant surprise. While viewing the paintings, you may feel yourself getting lost in the many different characters depicted. Being in this space, your imagination is unconsciously awakened.
Opening Hours: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM; Closed on Mondays
Address: No. 8, Huajiadi Nanjie, Chaoyang District, Beijing, inside the Central Academy of Fine Arts
5. The Middle Art Museum
The Middle Art Museum has a grand and imposing exterior. The entire building is gray-brown in color. A pool of water surrounds the building, reflecting the square structure, creating a dialogue between reality and virtuality. A sense of modern beauty naturally arises.
The Middle Art Museum has three floors. The interior decoration is mainly in black and white, to emphasize the vivid colors of the artworks. The simplicity of the design brings focus to the works on display. As you wander through the museum, you are constantly encountering different styles of art. Here, you’re always in for a pleasant surprise.
Opening Hours:
Wednesday to Friday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday and Sunday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Address: No. 50, Xingshikou Road, Haidian District, Beijing
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