[2024 Changsha Attraction] Travel Guide for Li Zijian Art Museum (Updated Sep)

Li Zijian Art Museum in Changsha is a must-visit for both its architecture and exhibits.

Located at 385 Section 1, Xiaoxiang South Road, Yuelu District, Changsha, Hunan Province, the museum is situated by the beautiful Xiang River and adjacent to Yanghu National Wetland Park. This modern public art museum was co-founded by renowned Chinese-American painter Li Zijian and his wife Dan Hui. Covering an area of 15.3 acres with a building area of over 25,000 square meters, the museum is surrounded by more than 180 acres of green space and lake environment, making it an ideal spot for visitors both indoors and outdoors. In July 2017, the Li Zijian Art Museum was recognized by the British 'World Record Certification' as the world's largest artist's personal art museum. The museum features multiple exhibition areas, including the permanent exhibition hall of Li Zijian's oil paintings, temporary exhibition halls, a spiritual space, a meditation island, a water music hall, and a water art restaurant. The permanent exhibition hall showcases over 330 works from 17 series, including 'Homeland Series,' 'Mother and Daughter Series,' 'Red Quilt Series,' and 'American Wanderers.' Additionally, the Master Hsing Yun Calligraphy Hall, as a museum within the museum, displays many representative calligraphy works of Master Hsing Yun. The architectural design of the museum is also unique, selected through a competition among several internationally renowned architects. The design concept integrates modernity with the harmony of the natural environment, creating an elegant yet accessible art space. The surrounding Yanghu Wetland Park offers visitors a great place to relax and unwind.

Changsha's free photo spot, Monet's oil painting by the Swan Lake.

Do you know that there is a free photo spot in Changsha that is as beautiful as walking into Monet's oil painting? 🖼️🌸 The location is between the Li Zijian Art Museum and the Xie Zilong Library. Not only is there an artistic atmosphere, but there is also the natural beauty of Swan Lake. Admission is completely free, but if you want to visit the exhibition, remember to make an appointment in advance on the "Public Number". After 17:00, you can't make an appointment. 🕒Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00-18:00, closed on Monday, don't run in vain. 📸Photo Tips: The super film photo position is on the green lawn by the Swan Lake, directly opposite and diagonally opposite a house. The composition is really out of the film and very advanced. Take a photo with the black swan. The swan is very gentle and does not bite. You can also feed it with vegetable leaves to increase the fun of interaction. The composition of the banana and the lake opposite the Li Zijian Art Museum is as beautiful as Monet's oil painting during the day, which is fascinating. 👗Dress suggestion: Light-colored skirts will be more out of the film, and accessories such as sunglasses, hats, earrings, and bags will also be very helpful. I hope everyone can take beautiful photos here and record beautiful moments!

Respectfully Viewing Li Zijian Art Museum (V)

Mr. Kofi Annan is an old friend of China. Kind, upright, and dedicated to world peace throughout his life, Mr. Annan left a deep and friendly impression on the Chinese people. This portrait, housed in the Li Zijian Art Museum, was specially painted for UN Secretary-General Annan and has a story of friendly exchanges with China behind it. The painting was specially created in 1997 by Li Zijian, a Chinese artist residing in the United States, for then UN Secretary-General Annan, making him the first Asian Chinese artist to receive this honor. The original painting is now housed in the United Nations Headquarters building.

The Li Zijian Art Museum in Changsha

The Li Zijian Art Museum in Changsha is located in Yuelu District of Changsha city. The museum covers an area of 15.3 acres, with a building area of over 25,000 square meters. The surrounding environment includes green spaces and a lake, totaling more than 180 acres. The foundation of the museum was laid in May 2014, and it was officially opened to the public on October 1, 2016, offering free admission. The mission of the Li Zijian Art Museum is to disseminate the artistic values of truth, goodness, and beauty, to promote international art exchanges, to enhance the cultural taste of the city, and to enrich the spiritual life of the public. The museum houses several exhibition halls, including the Li Zijian Oil Painting Permanent Exhibition Hall, Master Hsing Yun's Calligraphy Museum, the Mind Space, the Water Music Hall, etc., displaying Mr. Li Zijian's realistic oil paintings as well as Master Hsing Yun's calligraphy works. In addition, the museum also hosts various types of art exhibitions and cultural activities, such as the International Children's Environmental Protection Charity Painting Competition Award-winning Works Exhibition, Dragon Boat Festival Ethnic Chamber Music Concert, and more. The museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday, with summer hours from 9:30 to 18:00 (tickets stop being issued at 17:30), and winter hours from 10:00 to 17:30 (tickets stop being issued at 17:00). Admission is free.

Li Zijian Art Museum

The Li Zijian Art Museum, located in Yuelu District, Changsha City, Hunan Province, opened on October 1, 2016. It is a modern public art museum solely funded by Li Zijian and his wife, Dan Hui. The director of the museum is Li Zijian. According to the official website in April 2023, the museum has a building space of more than 25,000 square meters, integrating permanent exhibitions, temporary exhibition halls, multi-functional halls, concert halls and various service facilities. It exhibits more than 200 original oil paintings by Mr. Li Zijian on a long-term basis.

Two-day tour guide to Changsha

Zhoukou Station → Changsha Station 1. Day1. Orange Island (We went there around five or six in the morning when there were few people) → Hexi University City → Li Zijian Art Museum (need to make an appointment in advance) → May 1st Square 2. Day2. May 1st Square Yuxuan Temple Lane (there are many vintage shops, a good street to stroll) → lfs Guojin Center → Huangxing South Road Pedestrian Street → Wenheyou → Dufu River Pavilion (please note the time, Dufu River Pavilion lights up at 19:30 and turns off at 22:30) Food: Tea Yan Yue Se, stinky tofu, sugar water, sugar oil glutinous rice cake, fairy bean cake, rice noodles Accommodation: We booked a hotel near the train station Travel by Didi and subway Changsha is a very fun city, it's really suitable for citywalk when it's not hot, it really makes me linger, I will come again when I have time! Finally, I wish everyone a happy trip

#lightthecity An absolutely beautiful gallery that is free to the public. We were only there for an hour or so but you can spend two to three hours easily. There are several different galleries with the entire lifes work of the talented artist Li Zijian. My favorite paintings were of the Nanjing Massacre and some post-modern crazy works that seem to bend reality. It really makes you feel talentless walking through the halls！There is also a history of the building of the site，which took place quite recently. Outside，there is a beautiful pond with ducks and geese that you can feed. And there is a cool coffee shop to take a breather and get out of the heat of Changsha. Truly a great new addition to the city！ Would highly recommend this free attraction！ #lightthecity