Maonan Museum
毛南族博物馆
China's only museum dedicated to the Maonan ethnic group, displaying nuo masks, flower bamboo hats and the feitao ritual. It is the first stop for understanding Maonan culture.
The museum is located in the culture and sports activity center in the western new district of Huanjiang County town. It opened in 2012 and covers about 2,000 square meters. Its exhibits cover Maonan history, stone carvings, nuo masks, the weaving of flower bamboo hats (a national-level intangible cultural heritage) and the feitao thanksgiving ritual. It is the best introduction before heading into the Maonan mountain villages. Admission is generally free, and the museum is closed on Mondays, though this may vary, so check on site. It is in Sien Town within the county seat, a short taxi ride away, and a visit takes about an hour.
Opening hours
About 9:00–17:00; closed Mondays