Daxi Wood Art Ecological Museum - Daxi Historical Museum Introduction
Daxi Historical Museum is presumed to have been built between the 12th and 15th years of the Showa era (1937 to 1940), and is classified as a Type D civil servant residence, forming part of the century-old police housing complex in Daxi. Due to its design of four connected units, it is referred to as the "four-unit building." The concrete houses at the back were added post-war to meet the needs of residents, showcasing a different appearance from various periods. It not only witnesses nearly a century of police reforms and changes in Daxi but also records the life trajectories of residents from different eras. In 2012, it was registered as a historical building and, after repairs, became a public hall of the Daxi Wood Cultural Museum. During the renovations, parts of the old materials and traces of use by residents were specifically preserved. Daxi Historical Museum is positioned as a permanent exhibition hall of the Daxi Wood Ecological Museum, themed around "the life and history of Daxi people," integrating the life memories of local residents to narrate how Daxi developed into an old town rich in cultural heritage. In addition to static models and artifact displays, there are dynamic audiovisual introductions and interactive games. In the future, the museum will continue to collaborate with residents on various surveys and curatorial work, integrating different small histories and periodically adjusting and changing stories under various themes, making Daxi Historical Museum a base for telling the stories of Daxi people. The exhibitions are divided into seven main themes: "Originating from Dahan Creek" explores how Daxi developed into a prosperous city through its geographical environment and industries; "Who Lives in Daxi" highlights the diverse community life of Daxi people across different periods; "Cultural City" emphasizes the figures who participated in the construction of Daxi, as well as the remarkable performances of individuals like Lü Tiezhu and Feng Feifei in cultural education; "Industrial Cooperation" pairs with the craftsman exhibition in the Artisan Pavilion, forming a multifaceted view of Daxi's woodcraft industry culture; "United Efforts" traces the community building that began twenty years ago, activating local participation in public affairs and caring for local cultural and historical memories, continuing to this day. Lastly, "Daxi People Tell Stories" will reflect different themes of Daxi stories through the unique life histories of each Daxi resident in small special exhibitions. (Source: Daxi Wood Ecological Museum) For more details on guided services, please refer to the official website of the Daxi Wood Ecological Museum.
