About Aurora Museum

Aurora Museum, the first private museum in Shanghai's Lujiazui district of Pudong New Area, officially opened to the public in October 2013. The museum spans six floors with a total area of 6,316 square meters. Aurora Museum emphasizes both history and art, integrating collection, research, exhibition, operation, and promotion. Adhering to the philosophy of "protecting, inheriting, and contributing" to Chinese culture, the museum promotes the study of ancient artifacts through the core principles of "material, craftsmanship, form, and pattern." With its commitment to giving back to society, it strives to create a cultural treasure box along the Huangpu River for the public.

The museum's collection primarily features Buddhist sculptures, blue and white porcelain, jade artifacts from various dynasties, and Tang dynasty pottery figurines. The exhibitions are divided into permanent displays and special themed exhibitions. The museum has established a dedicated Research Center for Ancient Artifacts, which not only showcases the achievements of ancient Chinese culture and art but also analyzes the collections from an archaeological perspective, revealing the rich cultural connotations of artifacts to visitors from multiple angles and perspectives.

About the Museum Building

Aurora Museum was designed by internationally renowned architect Mr. Tadao Ando, a Pritzker Prize laureate. The building design was inspired by a jewelry box, featuring a clean and distinct geometric appearance constructed with glass curtain walls. In terms of interior spatial structure, a spiral staircase is incorporated into the five-story circular space, perfectly expressing the beauty of linear design. The architectural design ingeniously combines with the museum's exhibitions, creating a dramatic and penetrating effect that interweaves with the natural environment while embodying a strong sense of history and artistry.