The Palace Museum organizes many cultural activities to mark International Museum Day. Shan Jixiang (center), director of the Palace Museum, introduces the history of the Forbidden City for students of Shuangyushu Center Primary School in Beijing, May 18, 2018. [Photo/Asianewsphoto]

To celebrate the 42nd International Museum Day, a series of events have taken place around China, highlighting the importance of culture and heritage. From the Palace Museum to local cultural institutions, special exhibitions were launched for culture lovers worldwide. Let's take a look at a medley of these events.