Art and DJ Night at China Institute of America – New York, NY

China Institute Gallery is transforming for one night only!

This November 13, China Institute Gallery and CINGS present a unique evening that brings our current exhibition “Metamorphosis” to life through music. Stop by for a curated gallery tour, connect with your creative peers over drinks, and immerse yourself in the special set curated by DJ SHUYÎN @joesie_zheng.

6 – 8 PM | SHUYÎN

6:30 – 7 PM | Exhibition Tour

Free entry; space is limited and RSVP highly recommended

Open Bar Admission option available for purchase online | participants must be over 21 to enter

Drinks are NOT available for purchase at the bar. They are ONLY attached to the ticket.

For more information, please contact Tracy Jiao at tjiao@chinainstitute.org.

Supporters of the exhibition “Metamorphosis: Chinese Imagination and Transformation” and its accompanying public programs are the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, Abel and Sophia Sheng, Su Xiaobai Foundation, Alisan Fine Arts New York, and other individuals and institutional funders.

About China Institute Gallery

China Institute Gallery is renowned for its intimate, first-class thematic exhibitions. Since 1966, the Gallery has presented more than 120 exhibitions showcasing both historical and contemporary works across a wide range of media and art forms. Covering 5,000 years of Chinese history from the Neolithic period to the present day, China Institute Gallery is the only non-commercial exhibition space solely dedicated to Chinese art in New York and the United States. China Institute Gallery will celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2026, reaffirming the gallery’s leadership in landmark historical exhibitions while expanding its commitment to the vibrant world of contemporary Chinese art.

About CINGS

CINGS (China Institute Next Gen x Serica) is the joint next-generation leadership platform of China Institute and the Serica Initiative. It is a global community of young professionals who are committed to building people-to-people relations between the United States and China. CINGS curates learning and dialogue through programming that includes business forums, cultural engagements, and a closed-door Speakers Series to help members stay current on trends and the nuances behind them. Within this trusted invitation-only setting, members share expertise, raise practical insights, and translate conversation into collaborations, community projects, and philanthropy. A signature initiative is the CINGS Giving Circle, which channels member contributions toward vetted, high-impact causes. Above all, CINGS serves as a bridge that connects people, sectors, and ideas to foster informed exchange, responsible action, and deeper understanding.