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The Jingdezhen Folk Kiln Museum is located at No. 18, Hangkong Road, Dongjiao, Jingdezhen, Jiangxi Province, on the south bank of the Nanhe River, 4 kilometers east of Jingdezhen. A national Class III museum, it is situated within the Hutian Ancient Kiln Site Protection Area, bounded by a wall and covering an area of 8,500 square meters. Formerly the Hutian Ancient Porcelain Site Exhibition Hall, it was renamed the Jingdezhen Folk Kiln Museum on June 23, 2003, with the approval of the Jingdezhen Municipal Editorial Committee. Directly under the Jingdezhen Municipal Culture (Cultural Relics) Bureau, it is a public welfare institution at the department level funded by the government. It is a specialized heritage museum dedicated to the collection, research, exhibition, and promotion of Jingdezhen Folk Kiln ceramics and the preservation of the Jingdezhen Folk Kiln Site.
As of 2019, the Jingdezhen Folk Kiln Museum has collected tens of thousands of ceramic artifacts and specimens from various folk kilns in Jingdezhen from the Five Dynasties to the Republic of China, and has opened three exhibition halls, displaying displays such as "A Thousand Years of Passing on the Flame", "Song and Yuan Dynasty Porcelain Workshop Sites", and "Ming Dynasty Gourd Kiln and Horseshoe Kiln Sites", which clearly reflect the major changes in the history of ceramic craftsmanship over the past 700 years and the entire process of the culmination of China's ancient porcelain making history.
The Hutian Kiln Site, under the jurisdiction of the Jingdezhen Folk Kiln Museum, was a national key cultural relic protection unit announced by the State Council in 1982. It is also one of the 100 key sites in the country identified in the "12th Five-Year Plan" and a patriotism education base.
The Minyao Museum has a humid subtropical monsoon climate. It is a pilgrimage site for ceramic history researchers, ceramic arts and crafts enthusiasts, and tourists from home and abroad, and is suitable for travel in all seasons.
Admire the museum's exquisite collection: a celadon-glazed jar with a coiled dragon pattern, a celadon-glazed pot with a melon-shaped edge, white-glazed bowls, celadon-glazed bowls, and celadon-glazed plates;
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Free and open
Tuesday-Sunday: 8:30-16:30, closed on Mondays
The Folk Kiln Museum in Jingdezhen showcases the rich history of Chinese ceramics. Jingdezhen has been known as the "Porcelain Capital" for over 1,700 years, producing fine ceramics admired worldwide. The museum preserves and presents traditional folk kilns, ceramic-making techniques, and cultural heritage of the region.
The museum is located in Jingdezhen, Jiangxi. Visitors can reach it by taxi or local bus from the city center. Walking is feasible for nearby hotels and attractions.
Open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Weekdays and mornings are best to avoid crowds and enjoy interactive demonstrations.
The entrance fee is around 50 CNY per adult. Tickets can be purchased on-site; online booking may be available via official museum platforms.
Booking in advance is not required for regular visits but recommended during holidays or for workshops.
2–3 hours are recommended to explore exhibits, participate in workshops, and view kilns and displays.
Guided tours are available in Chinese. Some tours may offer English interpretation on request.
Start with the main exhibition hall, proceed to kiln demonstrations, participate in workshops, then explore the outdoor areas and souvenir shops.
Night visits are generally not available. Special tours or cultural workshops may be offered on selected dates.
Weekdays and mornings are least crowded. Holidays and weekends attract more visitors, especially families and students.
Facilities include public toilets, rest areas, cafes, and a museum shop selling ceramic souvenirs.
Most areas are accessible, but some traditional kiln areas may have steps. Children and elderly should take care in certain sections.
Cash is accepted. Cards and mobile payments (Alipay, WeChat Pay) are widely accepted in shops and ticket counters.
Several local restaurants and cafes are located nearby, offering Jingdezhen cuisine and snacks.
Vegetarian options are available; vegan and halal options may be limited but can be found in some local restaurants.
Various hotels and guesthouses are located within a short distance of the museum, suitable for different budgets.
Yes, souvenirs include handmade ceramics, pottery figurines, porcelain plates, and traditional Jingdezhen crafts.
Taxi, ride-hailing apps, or local buses can be used to reach nearby attractions or the city center.
