Sanshia Historical Museum Introduction
The Sanxia Historical Museum can be regarded as the best example of the revitalization of old buildings. Built in 1929, it was originally the old township office during the Japanese occupation and was the most representative brick building in Sanxia, known as "the most beautiful office building in Taiwan." In 1995, it was transformed into a historical museum. The museum itself is divided into two floors; the first floor regularly hosts exchange exhibitions, thematic exhibitions, and various art exhibitions, while the second floor displays cultural and historical artifacts of Sanxia, with a vast collection of local historical materials and artifacts, significantly contributing to the preservation of local culture. The two-story brick building, spanning 70 pings, belongs to the same period as the National Taiwan University Hospital, Taiwan Tobacco and Liquor Corporation, and the Control Yuan, and careful observation of these brick buildings that blend Eastern and Western designs reveals many commonalities in their architecture. Taking your time to visit here allows you to see the trajectory of Sanxia's development, the types of industries in the past, and the elegance of the old streets, as well as once-thriving industries such as coal mining, dyeing, tea, and camphor. Next to the museum, there is an indigo dyeing demonstration center that connects with the Indigo Dyeing Park behind the old street. Here, you can find indigo dyeing classes, DIY indigo dyeing experiences, and indigo dye products. Even a quick visit allows you to personally experience the charm of the representative folk crafts of the Sanxia area, with only basic material fees charged.
