Detail: This event is organized by the museum to mark the 60th anniversary of the PRC. It will feature historical photos, documents and artefacts with a view to illustrating how China has developed from a dynastic empire into a strong and prosperous country. It will also introduce its social and economic development over the past century. 115 sets of collections will be on loan from the National Museum of China, among which 36 items are grade one cultural relics. Highlights include the jade seal of the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom, Zhou Enlai's diary about his stay in Japan, as well as a volleyball with the autographs of the members of China National Women's Volleyball Team. Other exhibits include the commemorative banner in recognition of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region’s rescue work in the earthquake-stricken areas of Sichuan province and the training spacesuit of Mr Yang Liwei from the Hong Kong Science Museum.