Kaohsiung Literature Museum Introduction
The Kaohsiung Museum of Literature is located in Central Park in the center of Kaohsiung City, adjacent to the famous "Urban Light Corridor." The building itself was established in 1954 and originally served as the first library in post-war Kaohsiung. In 1997, it was transformed into the Second Main Library. In 2003, the government renamed it to become the first literary museum in Taiwan named after a city, with the name given by the writer Yeh Shih-tao. It officially began its mission to preserve, collect, and promote Kaohsiung literature and was approved by the Council for Cultural Affairs as a "Local Cultural Center" in 2006. In 2020, it applied for funding from the Ministry of Culture for the "Museum and Local Culture Center Development Project," and after renovations, the space reopened primarily for activities and exhibitions. The museum features exhibition rooms, a library, and various multi-functional spaces for different types of literary events and themed exhibitions. The second-floor "Kaohsiung Literature Collection Library" holds works by Kaohsiung writers, 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 space serves both literary creation and cultural leisure functions, allowing the public to enjoy a diverse literary experience while savoring the unique charm of Kaohsiung writers and their literary works.
