In recent years, immersive exhibitions utilizing new digital display technologies have continuously emerged, transforming the transfer and acquisition of knowledge into immersive experiences that are observable, tangible, participatory, and interactive, making art exhibitions more fresh and interesting.

Encounter with Eight Wonders of Beijing - immersive exhibition

Name: Encounter with Eight Wonders of Beijing

Venue: Beijing Arts and Crafts Museum

Duration: December 29, 2023 - February 25, 2024

On December 29, 2023, the "Encounter with Eight Wonders of Beijing" immersive exhibition opened at the Beijing Arts and Crafts Museum. 

The exhibition highlights eight traditional crafts of Beijing, including cloisonné, jade carving, ivory carving, carved lacquer, gold lacquer inlay, filigree inlay, Beijing embroidery, and palace tapestry. It is divided into three sections: "Crafts Exhibition," "Creative Market," and "Handcraft Workshop."

The "Crafts Exhibition" showcases the museum's collection of "Eight Wonders of Yanjing," allowing visitors to appreciate the cultural knowledge of these crafts. The "Creative Market" features a diverse range of craft creative products and specialty foods. In addition to exploring the exhibition, visitors can taste local snacks and select unique craft items. The "Handcraft Workshop" offers two types of hands-on courses, allowing attendees to create their own crafts and experience the artistry of craftsmen.

Nihowan - Searching for the earliest human in Asian

Name: Nihowan - Searching for the earliest human in Asian

Venue: RE International Center for Digital Creativity

Duration: Ongoing

Nihowan Village, located at the bend of the Sanggan River in the eastern part of Yangyuan County, Hebei Province, holds the archaeological remains of ancient human ancestors from two million years ago. The RE International Center for Digital Creativity

utilizes immersive technologies such as global immersion theaters and VR experiences to vividly recreate the Nihowan research site. This allows the archaeological process to be observable, audible, navigable, and tactile, presenting a fascinating experience of the natural wonders of ancient times.

Meet Ancient Shu: Sanxingdui immersive light and shadow art exhibition

Name: Meet Ancient Shu: Sanxingdui immersive light and shadow art exhibition

Venue: Meet You Museum, Beijing 798 Hall

Duration: December 20, 2023 - April 7, 2024

As the political, cultural, and economic center of ancient Shu, the Sanxingdui Ruins site unearthed significant treasures, and is considered one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of the 20th century. 

The exhibition is divided into four units: "Tracing Ancient Shu," "Respecting the Deities," "Dreaming of Ancient Shu," and "Myriad Forms of the Divine Land." 

Among four parts, three of them are shown in a static exhibition form, the Sanxingdui Ruins site are showcased through the extraction of ancient Shu elements, large-scale scene simulation, display of replicas of artifacts, and interactive digital multimedia to present the archaeological discoveries, production and daily life, ritual culture, and belief system of the Sanxingdui Ruins site. "Dreaming of Ancient Shu" utilizes immersive interactive light and shadow art to provide a 30-minute audio-visual feast, combining technology and traditional culture to present a captivating experience.

Horizon of Khufu - Immersive exploration  of the Pyramids

Name: Horizon of Khufu - Immersive Exploration Experience of the Pyramids

Venue: Phoenix Center

Duration: February 17, 2024 - July 17, 2024

On February 17, 2024, the "Horizon of Khufu - Immersive Exploration Experience of the Pyramids" exhibition will debut at the Phoenix Center, offering a new way for visitors to explore the first of the Seven Wonders of the World - the Great Pyramid of Khufu.

This 45-minute immersive virtual reality experience allows visitors to understand the internal structure and historical context of the pyramid up close, exploring areas previously closed to the public.

The journey includes the exhilaration of overlooking the Giza Plateau from the top of the pyramid and the intrigue of venturing through mysterious dark passages inside. The immersive experience transcends history and reality, delivering an indescribable spectacle of the ancient wonders of the world.

Translator: ZHANG Bo

Reviewer: BAI Jing