The National Natural History Museum of China, which officially opened to the public in Beijing on June 5, 2023, held its first open day on June 6, attracting numerous visitors. The museum's new exhibition, "Curator's Choice Collections, Preserving the Past for the Future," showcases the museum's collection of fine works from different periods, focusing on the research achievements during the past 72 years. Some of the precious exhibits are on show for the first time. The exhibition features more than 100 rare specimens of animals, plants and ancient organisms from both domestic and international sources, highlighting the important role that the museum has played in different periods. Photos: Li Hao/GT