"To me, the greatest significance of Liangzhu lies in its archaeological value," Chen said. "Its remains, especially the city structure, have been well preserved, so that we can use its three-tier layout to help visitors understand how the ancient city was organized and what it reveals about the social hierarchy of the Liangzhu people."

　　A museum enthusiast, Chen became a frequent visitor to Liangzhu Museum before joining its volunteer team. During one visit, dressed in traditional Chinese attire for a lantern riddle event, she met staff members recruiting volunteers -- an encounter she describes in Chinese as "yuanfen," or a special connection.

　　"I was thrilled because it was exactly the kind of work I had always wanted to do," she recalled.

　　Fluent in Chinese, Chen studied Asian Studies as an undergraduate in the United States before settling in China. Now in her fifth year as a volunteer guide at Liangzhu Museum, Chen has immersed herself in the archaeology of China's Neolithic cultures, expanding her professional knowledge and exploring new ways to share its stories with visitors.

　　"What attracts me most is the opportunity to share the fascinating stories behind the long Chinese history with more people, while presenting them in a professional and detailed way," she said.

　　Chen's journey is part of a broader effort at Liangzhu Museum, where more than 200 volunteers, including a growing team of bilingual guides, help visitors from around the world better understand the ancient civilization.

　　"We offer English-language guiding services two days a week, with more than 20 volunteers now able to provide tours in English," said Shan Qingjuan, a museum staff member.