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Jingdezhen Ceramic Art Museum (景德镇中国陶瓷博物馆, Jǐngdézhèn Zhōngguó Táocí Bówùguǎn)
The Jingdezhen Ceramic Art Museum (景德镇中国陶瓷博物馆) is the definitive museum for Jingdezhen — the porcelain capital of the world for 2,000 years. The collection spans from Han Dynasty ceramics through the imperial kiln production of the Ming and Qing dynasties.
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Is Jingdezhen Ceramic Art Museum worth visiting?
The definitive museum of the world porcelain capital — 2,000 years of Jingdezhen porcelain history from Han Dynasty through modern times. Free.
Quick facts
| Category | history |
|---|---|
| Ticket | Free. Passport required. |
| Hours | 9:00-17:00. Closed Mondays. |
| Recommended duration | 2-3 hours. |
| Best time to visit | April through October. Spring and autumn best. |
| How to get there | Bus routes 1, 2, 5, 8 to Ceramic Museum stop. |
| English signage | partial |
Why visit
Jingdezhen produced the imperial porcelain for the Ming and Qing courts for 600 years. This museum has the definitive collection of the world's most famous ceramic tradition.
Collection highlights
- Han Dynasty primitive porcelain origins
- Imperial kiln official porcelain collection
- Blue and white (青花) porcelain development
- Famille rose (粉彩) porcelain gallery
Tips
- Combine with a porcelain factory visit for the full experience
- The "陶瓷艺术园" (Ceramic Art Garden) nearby has workshop demonstrations
Frequently asked questions
What makes Jingdezhen the world porcelain capital?
Jingdezhen has produced porcelain for 2,000 years. During the Ming and Qing dynasties it was the imperial kiln for all court porcelain. The museum traces this history from Han Dynasty primitive porcelain through to today.
How do I get to Jingdezhen by train?
High-speed trains from Nanchang take 1 hour to Jingdezhen North. From there take bus 901 or DiDi. Direct trains from Shanghai (3 hours) and Beijing (6 hours) also serve Jingdezhen.
Can I watch porcelain being made in Jingdezhen and buy direct from factories?
Yes — Jingdezhen's ceramic factory district (雕塑瓷厂 and 陶瓷博览区) offers factory tours where you can watch throwing, glazing, and painting. The Guan China (官窑) and Folk Kiln (民窑) districts sell directly to visitors at wholesale prices. The monthly "bleeding" (鬼市) flea market on the 15th of the lunar calendar is popular with collectors. The Guzheng (古窑) museum near the old kilns also has live pottery demonstrations.