Zhongxing Cultural and Creative Park Introduction
Transforming a Paper Factory into a Cultural and Creative Park Established in 1935, the Zhongxing Paper Mill has a rich history, originally known as "Taiwan Engineering Company" during the Japanese colonial era. After the Republic of China government took over, it became a state-owned enterprise and was not only the largest paper factory in Taiwan but also the top producer in Southeast Asia. The factory ceased operations in 2001, entering a 13-year hiatus. In 2014, the Yilan County Government took over, initiating a revitalization strategy through the preservation and activation of industrial heritage. This led to the rebirth of the old Zhongxing factory and new opportunities for cultural and creative applications. Yilan's Self-Innovation - A Micro Cultural and Creative Incubator The "Zhongxing Cultural and Creative Park," characterized by its industrial heritage and historical buildings, boasts rich narratives of local culture and history. The park's development occurs in different phases, starting with the "Cultural and Creative Zone One," which focuses on talent incubation, industry support, and collaborative art creation. Through the brand spirit of "Yilan's Self-Innovation," the park continues to launch annual special exhibitions, film and audio promotion courses, guided tours of the ruins, and collaborative art activities. Visitors can not only stroll and appreciate the unique historical atmosphere of the park but also experience firsthand the "driving force" of cultural creativity and artistic self-innovation. Gathering Creative Energy - A Local and International Exchange Platform The transformation of the old factory into a cultural and creative park marks a new milestone for Yilan's creative industry. In the future, it will develop into a platform for experimental self-creation, aesthetic lifestyle education, and collaborative arts business matching among government, industry, and academia. Through local connections and international perspectives, the aim is to cultivate and unleash the creative clustering effect, bringing back talented youths to Yilan and attracting more creative professionals to reside in the area, gradually consolidating local creative energy and collectively building a promising future for cultural creativity. Transportation Information
