Reflections of the Sea of Mirrors: 500 Years of Exchange between Chinese and Western Civilizations in Macao

Name: Reflections of the Sea of Mirrors Exhibit
Start: 2026-04-18T00:00:00+08:00
End: 2026-06-30T23:59:59+08:00
Location: Reflections of the Sea of Mirrors: 500 Years of Exchange between Chinese and Western Civilizations in Macao

Reflections of the Sea of Mirrors 500 Years of Exchange between Chinese and Western Civilizations in Macao

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	Venue Name: Macao Museum
	Venue Address: 112 Praceta do Museu de Macau, Macao
	Sat, April 18, 2026 - Tue, June 30, 2026
	10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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	Event Price: Free

Step into a remarkable cultural journey with Reflections of the Sea of Mirrors: 500 Years of Exchange between Chinese and Western Civilizations in Macao, held at Macau Scientific and Cultural Centre, Lisboa, from April 18 to June 30, 2026, from 10 AM to 5:30 PM, open Tuesday to Sunday. With free admission, this exhibition invites audiences to uncover Macao’s rich legacy as a historic meeting point of East and West.

Through four thoughtfully curated themes, “The Transmission of the Art of Craftsmanship,” “The Harmony of Customs,” “The Flavor of Art,” and “The Art of Fusion,” visitors are guided through a multidimensional exploration of cultural exchange. Drawing from Macao’s World Heritage and Intangible Cultural Heritage, each section reveals how traditions, artistic expressions, and daily life have evolved through centuries of interaction between civilizations.

Highlighting Macao’s unique role as a “World Center of Tourism and Leisure,” a “Service Platform for Trade Cooperation,” and a “Base for Exchange and Cooperation to Promote Multicultural Coexistence,” the exhibition offers a compelling narrative of shared history and identity. Set within a museum dedicated to chronicling Macao’s multicultural story, this showcase presents history through a vibrant and contemporary lens.

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