A NEW exhibition exploring ancient Chinese burial practices has opened at a North-East museum.
The display, which includes objects reflecting the beliefs and traditions of ancient China’s Han dynasty, will be at Durham University’s Old Fulling Mill Museum of Archaeology, in Durham City, until Sunday, September 4.
The exhibition has ancient bronze vessels and mirrors, ceramic tomb animals and carved jade pieces. There will also be children’s activities and games.
It has been organised by Durham University postgraduate students.
Museum curator Craig Barclay said: "The students have tackled the issue of death in an interesting and engaging way.
"The activities in the exhibition are a fun way of challenging visitors to reflect on their own beliefs and, in doing so, we compare our own beliefs to those of the past."
From April to October, the museum is open daily from 11am to 4pm. Admission is £1 for adults, 50p for over 60s and children aged five to 16 and free for children under five and students.
For more information, call 0191-3341823.
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