Yong Tien Arts - Kinmen Hotel Contemporary Art Museum Introduction
Kaohsiung Yongtian Art · Kinmen Guesthouse Contemporary Art Museum is a rare relic of Cold War military architecture in Taiwan. Completed in 1967 and entering history following the military's withdrawal in 1998, the building was reopened in 2018 as ALIEN Art Centre after a two-year renovation by ALIEN Art team, following a new public bidding process initiated by the Kaohsiung City Urban Development Bureau in 2016. The originally rigid military structure has transformed into a green building harmoniously integrated with nature, enriched with geometric elements that weave stories from both the past and the present. The renovated guesthouse retains a classical strength while merging elegance with contemporary design. Today, the Yongtian Art · Kinmen Guesthouse Contemporary Art Museum offers memories, art, forest, spatial experiences, and contemporary design. Hidden on the second floor, the ALIEN All-Day Lounge provides fresh organic light meals and coffee, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in a comfortable atmosphere of inspiration amidst the design and art. The museum focuses on presenting a new spirit of cultural, artistic, fashion, and lifestyle experiences with an international perspective, rediscovering and curating contemporary exhibitions. The planning of special exhibitions follows the rotation schedule across the museum's three floors, in addition to permanent exhibitions. The museum's second floor features a museum shop and the ALIEN All-Day Lounge café, where visitors can purchase art products and books, making it an excellent place for gatherings and conversations after viewing the exhibits. The rooftop open-air platform can host music and performance events.
