Summary: A row of old factory buildings with red walls and green windows is now radiating new vitality—the production workshop of the “Petroleum Machinery Plant,” built in the 1950s, has been transformed into the East Eighth District Film and Cultural Creative Park, now home to nearly 20 cultural and creative film enterprises…

Petroleum Machinery Plant

The Petroleum Machinery Plant is an industrial facility specialized in manufacturing equipment for oil extraction, refining, and transportation. Historically, such plants emerged and expanded significantly during the 20th century to support the global growth of the petroleum industry. They represent a key part of the industrial infrastructure in many oil-producing regions.

East Eighth District Film and Cultural Creative Park

The East Eighth District Film and Cultural Creative Park is a revitalized industrial site in China, originally built as a film production facility in the 1950s. It has been transformed into a vibrant cultural hub that preserves its historical architecture while housing contemporary art galleries, design studios, and creative businesses. The park now serves as a center for cultural events, exhibitions, and the creative industries, blending its cinematic heritage with modern artistic expression.