Glas Museum Introduction
The Hsinchu City Glass Art Museum is located on Dongda Road, a 15-minute walk from Hsinchu Station. The museum covers an area of approximately 18 hectares. Hsinchu City is the birthplace of Taiwan's glass industry. Established in 1936, it was originally a guesthouse for Japanese royalty and officials visiting Taiwan, and it has been well-preserved, reflecting the rigor of its construction. In 1999, Taiwan's first glass museum was established. The museum features exhibition areas, a glass workshop, an audio-visual room, internet workstations, a sales area, and dining facilities. The building was converted from structures built during the Japanese colonial era and showcases exhibitions, information, and collections related to glass. The exhibition area features physical items and models that illustrate the development and production methods of glass, and it regularly displays glass art works. The glass workshop is equipped with glass-making tools, including furnaces and processing and grinding devices, allowing the public to understand the historical development of glass craftsmanship and to admire beautiful world-class glass art pieces. The two-story interior uses shuttle-shaped glass display stands to create an idea of wind, bamboo, and dynamics, reflecting the significance of Hsinchu; the glass display areas include themes such as the beauty of craftsmanship, glass bridges, the history of glass, and glass technology. Outside the museum, the glass castle is a visual focal point in the outdoor area, featuring a hollow pumpkin carriage that serves as a dreamy playground for children and symbolizes the movement of air, creating a relaxing atmosphere in the spacious outdoor area that enhances the museum visit.
