Zhejiang opens its first archaeological museum

A preview of the Yujia Mountain Archaeology Museum in Hangzhou's Linping district. The museum opened to the public on May 18. [Photo/Tide News]

The Yujia Mountain Archaeology Museum, Zhejiang's first institution dedicated solely to archaeology, opened to the public in Linping district, Hangzhou, on May 18.

Exhibiting finds from the Linping Site Complex, Maoshan Mountain Site, and Yujia Mountain Site, the museum features over 1,800 relics — including jade ornaments, pottery, and stone tools — that trace the region's deep historical roots.

Among the highlights are discoveries from the Yujia Mountain Site, first excavated in 2011. With more than 8,000 artifacts unearthed, the site was listed among China's top 10 archaeological discoveries of that year.

An aerial view shows the Yujia Mountain Archaeological Museum and its surrounding site park in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province. [Photo/Tide News]

Situated near major excavation sites, the museum provides immersive access to Zhejiang's prehistoric and early urban cultures. It aims to serve as a research hub and cultural landmark for archaeology enthusiasts and professionals alike.

In a bid to make history accessible to all, the museum includes barrier-free exhibition halls with tactile paving, Braille guides, and audio descriptions — ensuring an inclusive and welcoming environment for visitors with disabilities.