The Lugang Folk Arts Museum was originally the ancestral home of the prominent Wu family, who were early settlers in Taiwan. In order to preserve the traditional culture of Lugang and based on the principle of "taking from society and giving back to society," the Wu family donated the land, buildings, furniture, utensils, and collections of their ancestral residence in 1973. They also established a foundation to manage the site long-term, creating a museum that showcases local cultural artifacts.
The museum consists of two buildings: one is the "Gufeng Building," a traditional Minnan-style structure with a history of over 200 years, and the other is a nearly 100-year-old Baroque-style building from the late Renaissance period known as the "Western Building." The museum's collection includes over 6,000 items, primarily folk artifacts from the mid-Qing Dynasty to the early Republic of China period, covering aspects of food, clothing, housing, transportation, education, entertainment, religious rituals, and festival celebrations. This comprehensive exhibition highlights the unique characteristics of the Minnan architectural style.
The Gufeng Building is an 18th-century brick-and-wood traditional house, showcasing the classic appearance of Minnan architecture. Its ancient charm and profound atmosphere make it an ideal place to appreciate the traditional style of Minnan's large courtyards and residences.
Address：No. 88, Guanjian St, Lukang Township, Changhua County
A view of the Lukang Folk Arts Museum.
Lukang Folk Arts Museum - A Scene of Artifacts
