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Activity Info.（Week 8 / FALL 2026）:
Theme: From Harbin to Europe – Appreciating Art Nouveau Architecture
Wander through Harbin, and you will spot distinctive non-Chinese-style buildings. With flowing curves, floral motifs, wrought-iron balconies and stained glass, they bear witness to the city’s hundred-year evolution. This is Art Nouveau.
Brought to Harbin by Russian architects during the construction of the Chinese Eastern Railway in the late 19th century, this popular European style transformed the small city into an international hub, linking Harbin closely with Europe via the railway. Breaking rigid classical symmetry, Art Nouveau draws inspiration from nature and organic forms, widely seen not only in grand venues but also in shops, homes and railway stations — beauty within everyday reach.In this session, we will travel virtually from Harbin to Catalonia, France, the Low Countries, Austria, Hungary and Russia, exploring regional variations of Art Nouveau, followed by an open discussion.
Come share your thoughts on these buildings or ideas for heritage conservation in relaxed English conversation. Let’s uncover Harbin’s early urban history and celebrate architectural beauty together! All are welcome.
Time& Venue
Wed. 21 OCT, 2026 / 18:30-20:00 Rm 415 (Library in Campus 1)
Fri. 12 OCT, 2026/ 18:30-20:00 Rm 505(Library in Campus 2)
Registration link: https://v.wjx.cn/vm/OP4p8i5.aspx
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