The 926 Craftsman Museum and 926 Park are located on the southeast side of the Qiantang River Bridge, alongside Wentao Road. This location is a significant part of the Binjiang District of Hangzhou’s ongoing 12-kilometer waterfront public space renovation project, which the Original Design Studio of TJAD oversees. The Qiantang River Bridge, completed and inaugurated on September 26, 1937, is historically significant as the first double-decker truss girder bridge spanning the Qiantang River in Hangzhou. This was an essential milestone in the history of Chinese bridges.
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926 Craftsman Museum’s Design Concept
The bridge was designed and constructed under the guidance of Mr. Mao Yisheng, a prominent Chinese bridge expert and a pioneer in the country’s modern bridge industry, and it stands as a symbol of craftsmanship. In honor of its completion, September 26 is recognized as “926 Craftsmen’s Day” in Hangzhou, commemorating the event. Over one hundred individuals with exceptional skills have been acknowledged as “Hangzhou Craftsmen” to date. © Yong Zhang
Located on the southeast side of the Qiantang River Bridge, the 926 Craftsman Museum aims to represent the true essence of Hangzhou craftsmanship. The 926 Craftsman Museum is built near the Qiantang River Bridge, a popular gathering spot for residents. However, the facilities in the park have started to deteriorate, and there is a need to provide more diverse content ...