Glass Craft Museum Introduction
The Hsinchu City Glass Museum is located on Dongda Road, a 15-minute walk from Hsinchu Station. The museum covers an area of approximately 18 hectares and is situated in Hsinchu City, the birthplace of Taiwan's glass industry. Established in 1936, it originally served as a villa for the Japanese imperial family and high-ranking officials during their visits to Taiwan and has been well-preserved, showcasing the meticulousness of its construction. In 1999, Taiwan's first glass museum was established, which includes exhibition areas, a glass workshop, a multimedia room, internet workstations, a sales area, and a dining section. The museum building was remodeled during the Japanese colonial period and features exhibitions on glass, information, and collections. The exhibition area displays the development and manufacturing methods of glass through physical objects and models, and regularly showcases glass craft works. The glass workshop is equipped with glass-making facilities, including kilns and tools for processing and polishing. It helps the public understand the historical development of glass craftsmanship and admire beautiful, world-class glass art pieces. The two-story building features shuttle-shaped glass displays, creating a concept of wind, bamboo, and motion to align with the essence of Hsinchu. The glass exhibition hall includes themes such as the beauty of craftsmanship, glass bridges, the history of glass, and glass technology. Outside the museum, a glass castle serves as a visual focal point, and a hollow pumpkin carriage provides a dreamy play area for children, symbolizing the flow of air. This expansive outdoor space adds a more leisurely style to the museum visit.
