Fenglin Principal Dream Factory Introduction
This building, located at No. 16 Minsheng Street in Fenglin, features a striking wooden structure. During the Japanese colonial period, it served as the residence for the head of the Fenglin Branch Office and was once the dormitory for Zhang Qilong, the first principal of Fenglin Junior High School. In the early days, many Fenglin residents dedicated their lives to education in Taiwan, with over ninety serving as principals, making it one of the towns with the highest density of elementary school principals, earning the nickname "Hometown of Principals." However, due to prolonged emptiness, this building nearly became a ruin. To preserve and commemorate Fenglin’s excellent educational tradition, a local initiative, supported by the government, renovated it in 2004 and renamed it the "Principal Dream Factory." Today, this facility provides an open reading space and offers students a place for life lessons. The "life lessons" signify a broader education beyond school, aiming to teach children knowledge of 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 to this site can gain a deeper understanding of Fenglin's cultural history and experience the warmth and vitality of Taiwanese communities.
