Science Meets Tradition in Record-Breaking Holiday Rush
China’s science and technology museums became unexpected hotspots during the 2026 Spring Festival, drawing 3.5 million visits across a nine-day holiday period. The China Science and Technology Museum (CSTM) in Beijing reported that festive exhibits blending lunar zodiac themes, interactive tech displays, and cultural heritage experiences fueled the surge. 🐎🔬
Year of the Horse Gallops into Labs
The Beijing flagship museum alone welcomed 200,000 visitors with exhibits like AI-powered traditional paper-cutting workshops and augmented reality tours of ancient Chinese inventions. Nationwide, institutions customized programs – from laser-engraved zodiac souvenirs in Shanghai to quantum computing demos with Uygur embroidery patterns in Xinjiang.
2026 Roadmap: More Innovation Ahead
CSTM announced plans to expand augmented reality exhibits and cross-regional museum collaborations this year, aligning with China’s push for scientific self-reliance. A spokesperson told NewspaperAmigo: "We’re making STEM as exciting as viral TikTok trends – but with more dragons." 🐉💡
