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Wuxi Silk Industry Museum (中国丝业博物馆)

  • CategoryMuseum
  • Duration1 hour
  • AdmissionAdult Ticketed, about CNY 20-30 (~$3-4.50) · Child Reduced for children and students
  • Rating★ 4.2
  • Price$
  • TransportMetro Line 1 to Nanchan Temple, 10 minutes on foot

The museum sits in a former silk-reeling mill building on Nanchang Street and tells the story of Wuxi's silk and cocoon trade in the late Qing and early Republican period. Exhibits include tools, looms and photographs of Wuxi's mills. It is a short visit that fits between Nanchan Temple and Qingming Bridge.

A museum documenting silk production and the Wuxi silk-reeling industry, in the Qingming Bridge district.

The museum sits in a former silk-reeling mill building on Nanchang Street and tells the story of Wuxi's silk and cocoon trade in the late Qing and early Republican period. Exhibits include tools, looms and photographs of Wuxi's mills.

It is a short visit that fits between Nanchan Temple and Qingming Bridge.

Practical information for Wuxi Silk Industry Museum (中国丝业博物馆) · Last updated September 2026
Admission Adult Ticketed, about CNY 20-30 (~$3-4.50) · Child Reduced for children and students
Hours Tue-Sun about 09:00-16:30 (usually closed Mondays; confirm on the day)
Typical visit 1 hour
Best time Mornings
Getting there Metro Line 1 to Nanchan Temple, 10 minutes on foot
Address 364 Nanchang Street, Liangxi District, Wuxi / 无锡市梁溪区南长街364号

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history lovers, families

Location

364 Nanchang Street, Liangxi District, Wuxi / 无锡市梁溪区南长街364号

31.5598, 120.3080 View on map

Highlights

  • Silk-reeling machinery
  • Wuxi industrial history
  • Canal-side location

Tips for visiting

  • Confirm opening days on arrival; museums often close on Mondays
  • Pair with a canal walk

When to visit

Weekday mornings

Accessibility

Ground floor accessible; upper floors by stairs.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the museum?

At 364 Nanchang Street.

How long is a visit?

About one hour.