At the Palace Museum in Beijing, once known as the Forbidden City, around 150 experts are working to restore more than 1.8 million historical artifacts. This former home of emperors is now one of the most popular cultural sites in the world. Inside the museum, modern science is used alongside traditional craftsmanship to repair items. For example, an old roof tile with a black surface is being studied with X-rays. Experts want to know if the dark color is from pollution or a chemical change. This mix of old and new techniques helps restore many objects, such as paintings, bronze pieces, ceramics, silk panels, and rare European clocks once gifted to Chinese rulers. One recent project focused on patterned silk once given to Empress Dowager Cixi. Experts used a method called inpainting, which needs careful color matching and precision. Qu Feng, director of the Conservation Department, says that even with modern technology, the main goal remains—to protect the meaning behind each artifact. By blending tradition and technology, the team is preserving China’s history and making sure future generations can appreciate it.