Taishan Doll Industry Cultural Museum Introduction
The promotion of doll culture in Taishan is closely related to the industrial and living history of Taishan in the 1950s. In 1967, the Meining factory, which manufactured Barbie dolls, set up a factory in Taishan, thereby establishing the impression that "Taishan equals doll manufacturing." Meining dolls have accompanied Taishan throughout its history. During the era of OEM production in Taiwan, the globally renowned toy company Mattel also established a factory in Taishan. The entire process of producing, packaging, and exporting Barbie dolls was completed in Taishan until 1987. Later, in 2004, the Taishan Doll Industry Cultural Museum was established to showcase the history of Meining factory and the industrial changes in Taishan, displaying Barbie dolls and related artifacts, as well as representative collectible dolls from countries such as Europe, America, Japan, and Russia. Each doll outfit design incorporates elements of traditional costumes and innovative fashion trends, making a visit to the museum worthwhile.
