‘Regarding Books’ exhibition opens at UM, showcases charm of books

The exhibition ‘Regarding Books’, jointly organised by the University of Macau (UM) Library and the Department of Arts and Design in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, opened today (23 May). The exhibition showcases over 50 Chinese and Western rare books selected from the UM Library’s collection, allowing visitors to discover the charm of books and explore the unique value and cultural significance of printed books in the digital age.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Yonghua Song, rector of UM, said that the exhibition offers visitors both a visual feast and an opportunity to reflect on traditional culture and reading practices. Li Jun, head of the Department of Arts and Design, said that the exhibition allows visitors to appreciate books from various aspects, including their typography, layout, illustrations, binding, and marginal notes. Xu Hong, librarian of the UM Library, expressed hope that the exhibition will stimulate discussion about the evolving role and significance of printed books in the digital age.

The exhibition is taking place in the Exhibition Hall on the first floor of the UM Wu Yee Sun Library (E2). It is open daily from 10:00am to 7:00pm until 31 August, including public holidays. Admission to the exhibition is free, and guided tours are available on site and by appointment. For more details, please visit the UM Museum of Art website: https://library.um.edu.mo/museum/en/.