Hangzhou City, east China's Zhejiang Province, is abuzz with the 21st China International Cartoon and Animation Festival (CICAF), running from May 29 to June 2. Adjacent to the festival's main venue at the Baima Lake International Exhibition Center, the China Cartoon and Animation Museum offers visitors an engaging look into the history and development of Chinese animation.
As the first national museum dedicated to this art form, it showcases an impressive collection of over 20,000 items, including original manuscripts, animation models, and historical artifacts. Each exhibit illuminates creative milestones that have shaped animation on the Chinese mainland.
For young global citizens, business innovators, and creative changemakers, the museum and festival together offer a dynamic platform to connect with storied traditions and future-driven storytelling. Attendees can explore decades of artistic breakthroughs, engage with industry professionals, and gain fresh perspectives on how China's animation legacy continues to inspire creators worldwide.
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China Cartoon and Animation Museum: Tracing China's animation legacy
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