Kaohsiung Literature Museum Introduction
The Kaohsiung Literature Museum is located in Central Park in the heart of Kaohsiung City, adjacent to the renowned "City Light Corridor." The building itself was established in 1954 and originally served as the first post-war library in Kaohsiung. In 1997, it was repurposed as the Second Library. In 2003, the government renamed it to become the first literature museum in Taiwan named after a city, with its title personally inscribed by writer Yeh Shitao. This marked the official beginning of its mission to preserve, archive, and promote Kaohsiung literature, and it was approved by the Council for Cultural Affairs as a "Local Cultural Museum" in 2006. In 2020, it applied for funding from the Ministry of Culture's "Museum and Local Cultural Museum Development Program" and reopened after renovations, primarily for events and exhibitions. The museum features exhibition rooms, a library, and various multifunctional spaces for hosting different types of literary activities and thematic exhibitions. The second floor, "Kaohsiung Literary Collection Library," houses works by Kaohsiung authors, research papers, and anthologies. This symmetrical two-story building retains its original structure and decorative details, showcasing the architectural style of the 1950s, blending modernism with Western historical styles. The spatial design accommodates both literary creation and cultural leisure activities, allowing the public to enjoy a diverse literary experience while appreciating the unique charm of Kaohsiung authors and their literary works.
