Fenglin Principal Dream Factory Introduction
This building, located at No. 16 Minsheng Street in Fenglin, features a striking wooden structure and was known as the "Fenglin Branch Office Chief Residence" during the Japanese colonial period. It once served as the residence for Zhang Qilong, the first principal of Fenglin Junior High School. In the early days, many residents of Fenglin devoted themselves to education in Taiwan, with over ninety individuals serving as principals, making it a town with one of the highest densities of elementary school principals in the country, earning it the nickname "Hometown of Principals." Due to years of neglect, the building had almost become a ruin. To preserve and commemorate Fenglin's excellent academic tradition, inspired by local ideas and with government support, it was renovated in 2004 and renamed the "Principal Dream Factory." Today, this venue serves as an open reading space and provides a living classroom for students. The "living classroom" refers to a concept beyond school education, aiming to take children out of the classroom to acquire knowledge about nature and life, alongside textbook knowledge. A group of dedicated volunteers manages the environment, designs learning activities, and provides guided tours for visitors. Those who come here not only gain a deeper understanding of Fenglin's cultural history but can also feel the passion and vitality of Taiwanese communities.
