Lecture: Colourful Costumes - China Guangxi Ethnic Costumes Culture

China Cultural Centre in Sydney
Fri 27 Jun '25

Overview

A captivating lecture that celebrates the vibrant world of traditional costumes in Guangxi, a culturally rich region in southern China. Home to twelve ethnic groups — including the Zhuang, Yao, Miao, Dong, and more — Guangxi is a living mosaic of colour, craftsmanship, and cultural heritage. This lecture shines a spotlight on the dazzling costumes and intricate textile arts that express each group's unique identity, connection to nature, and…

A captivating lecture that celebrates the vibrant world of traditional costumes in Guangxi, a culturally rich region in southern China. Home to twelve ethnic groups — including the Zhuang, Yao, Miao, Dong, and more — Guangxi is a living mosaic of colour, craftsmanship, and cultural heritage.

This lecture shines a spotlight on the dazzling costumes and intricate textile arts that express each group's unique identity, connection to nature, and vision of a beautiful life. From handwoven brocades to symbolic embroidery, every detail tells a story. Let's experience the beauty of China's cultural tapestry.

The Lecturer - Lu Wendonog

Lu Wendong from Zhuang ethnic group is an acclaimed researcher and the current General Director of the Anthropology Museum of Guangxi. He holds a degree in Ethnology from the Department of Anthropology at Sun Yat-sen University and serves as a postgraduate advisor at Guangxi Minzu University.

With over two decades of experience in the field, Lu has dedicated his career to the study and preservation of Guangxi's rich ethnic cultures and intangible heritage. His acclaimed works include The Yellow Mud Drum Dance of the Yao People, part of China's national intangible cultural heritage series, as well as influential papers on traditional Zhuang culture, eco-museums, and ethnic identity.

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China Cultural Centre in Sydney

Level 1 151 Castlereagh Street Sydney NSW 2000 Australia

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