Former Residence of Zhu Ziqing

Former Residence of Zhu Ziqing

The former residence of Zhu Ziqing is a National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit.

Zhu Ziqing's Former Residence in Yangzhou

Located at No. 27, Anle Lane, Yangzhou, the former residence of Zhu Ziqing recreates the domestic scene of this literary master during his time; the on-site exhibition on Zhu Ziqing’s life and achievements offers a comprehensive introduction to his illustrious life.

Zhu Ziqing (1898–1948), originally named Zihua, styled Qiushi, later changed his name to Ziqing, with the courtesy name Peixian, was a renowned modern essayist, poet, great literary figure, scholar, and democratic fighter. Zhu Ziqing was originally from Shaoxing, Zhejiang, and was born on November 22, 1898, in Haizhou, Jiangsu (now Donghai). In his childhood, he moved with his family to Yangzhou. Zhu Ziqing’s grandfather, Zhu Ze’yu, styled Jupo, was originally surnamed Yu but adopted the surname Zhu after inheriting the family. He was a cautious man and served as an examining magistrate in Donghai County, Jiangsu, for over ten years during the Guangxu reign of the Qing Dynasty. His father, named Hongjun, styled Xiaopo, married a woman surnamed Zhou and was an educated man. In the 27th year of the Guangxu reign (1901), Zhu Hongjun went from Donghai to Shaobo Town under the jurisdiction of Yangzhou Prefecture. Two years later, the whole family moved to Yangzhou City and settled there permanently. Zhu Ziqing’s wife was named Chen Zhuyin. In his early years, he studied at a private school, immersed in traditional Chinese culture. In 1912, he entered a higher elementary school.

In 1916, he was admitted to the preparatory course of Peking University and the following year to the Department of Philosophy. In 1919, he participated in the great May Fourth Movement and at the same time embarked on a literary path, beginning to write new poetry and essays. After graduating from university, he taught at schools such as the Jiangsu Provincial No. 8 Middle School in Yangzhou (the predecessor of Yangzhou High School) and the Zhejiang No. 1 Teachers School in Hangzhou. Starting in 1925, he was appointed as a professor of Chinese literature at Tsinghua University.

From 1931 to 1932, he traveled and studied in Western Europe. After returning to China, he taught at Tsinghua University and the Southwest Associated University, dedicating himself to academic research. After the victory of the War of Resistance, he resolutely signed the “Declaration on Opposing the US’s Policy of Supporting Japan and Refusing to Accept American Aid Flour” and various declarations against reactionary factions.

On August 12, 1948, he passed away in Beiping (now Beijing) due to poverty and illness, at the age of 50.

Zhu Ziqing’s major works include: "The Price of Life – Seven Dimes", "White People – God’s Favorite Children", "Record of the Executive Yuan Massacre", "The Back", "My Children", "Elegy for My Deceased Wife", "Green", "Spring", "The Qinhuai River in the Sound of Oars and Light", "Moonlight Over the Lotus Pond", and more.

Address: No. 27, Anle Lane, Wenchang Middle Road, Guangling District, Yangzhou City

Type: Celebrity Residence / Historic Building

Recommended Visiting Time: About 1 hour

Phone: 0514-87331925

Opening Hours:

9:00–17:00 (Closed on Mondays)

Ticket Information:

Free admission.

Zhu Ziqing (1898–1948), courtesy name Peixian, styled Qiushi, was born in Donghai County, Jiangsu Province. Because both his grandfather and father had settled in Yangzhou, he also referred to himself as a native of Yangzhou. After graduating from middle school in 1916, he was admitted to the Department of Philosophy at Peking University. After graduation in 1920, he taught at several middle schools in Jiangsu and Zhejiang. During his university studies and teaching career, he began writing new poetry. In 1923, he published the long poem “Destruction”, which had a significant impact. In 1925, he became a professor at Tsinghua University, where he started writing essays and devoted himself to the study of classical literature. In 1928, he published his first collection of essays, “The Back”... More details about Zhu Ziqing++

Further Reading:

· Fifth Batch of Jiangsu Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Units

· Sixth Batch of National Key Cultural Relics Protection Units