Cultural and Natural Heritage Day: A New Ecosystem through the Integration of Museums and Schools in the “Intangible Heritage in the Community” Initiative in Qingpu
On June 14, 2025, the “Cultural and Natural Heritage Day” promotional exhibition event was held in Zhujiajiao Town, Qingpu District. During the event, the Qingpu District Cultural Center and the Zhujiajiao Adult Education Group signed a “Heritage + Community Education” integration agreement to jointly promote the “Heritage in the Community” initiative, establishing a new ecosystem for community education on intangible cultural heritage in Qingpu.
“Heritage in the Community” is an effective method of heritage protection and inheritance that has been continuously explored and developed. In 2020, Shanghai was designated as a national pilot city for “Heritage in the Community”. Qingpu District closely follows the directives to “fully promote ‘Heritage in the Community'” work, as part of the core area of the Yangtze River Delta integration demonstration zone, actively promoting pilot projects year after year, innovating practices, and creating several “Heritage in the Community” demonstration
About: Zhujiajiao Town
Zhujiajiao is an ancient water town located in the Qingpu District of Shanghai, China. Known for its well-preserved buildings and bridges dating back to the Ming and Qing Dynasties (1368-1912), the town is crisscrossed by numerous canals, which are spanned by distinctive stone bridges. Zhujiajiao has been an important market town for over a thousand years, and today, it attracts visitors with its charming waterways, traditional Chinese architecture, and vibrant street markets.
About: Qingpu District
Qingpu District, located in the western part of Shanghai, China, has a rich history that dates back to the Neolithic Age. It is known for its scenic beauty, including the tranquil Dianshan Lake, and is also home to Zhujiajiao, an ancient water town with well-preserved bridges and buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Today, Qingpu combines cultural heritage with modern developments, playing a significant role in Shanghai’s tourism and economy.
About: Qingpu District Cultural Center
The Qingpu District Cultural Center, located in Shanghai, China, serves as a hub for cultural activities and community engagement within the Qingpu District. While specific historical details about the center itself are not extensively documented, it functions as a modern facility designed to promote local culture, arts, and education. The center offers a variety of programs, exhibitions, and events that reflect the rich cultural heritage of the region.
About: Yangtze River Delta
The Yangtze River Delta, located on China’s eastern coast, is one of the most populous and economically dynamic regions in the country. This area, centered around Shanghai and extending into the provinces of Jiangsu and Zhejiang, has a rich historical background as a hub of trade, culture, and economic development dating back to ancient times. Today, it is a vibrant economic powerhouse, contributing significantly to China’s GDP and characterized by rapid urbanization, technological innovation, and extensive manufacturing and export industries.
