Bamboo Art Museum Introduction
Nantou County is rich in bamboo resources, with bamboo growing abundantly throughout the region. During the Japanese colonial period, the area of Dongnan Linpipudapingding in the county was named Zhushan due to its beautiful and lush Matsuzono bamboo forests. In 1974, the government established a bamboo processing zone in the Yanping area of Zhushan to promote the bamboo industry. In 1987, the Council for Cultural Affairs (now the Ministry of Culture) commissioned Professor Jiang Shaoying to plan and set up a Bamboo Art Museum to showcase the cultural特色 of various counties and cities. The museum opened on May 29, 1988, becoming the first local特色museum in the country. The establishment of the Bamboo Art Museum highlights both traditional and modern bamboo crafts, embodying the significance of carrying on the past and inspiring the future. Beginning September 10, 2011, the museum moved from the basement of the Cultural Affairs Bureau to the first floor, occupying approximately 503 square meters. The entrance features floor projections, computer interactive games, and bamboo instrument experiences. Inside, there are dedicated areas for bamboo carving and weaving, fishing and hunting tools, modern bamboo crafts, outdoor utensils, wedding and festive ceremonial vessels, bamboo architecture and transportation, bamboo houses and furniture, and various classic permanent exhibition areas. There is also a special exhibition area that aligns with related activity themes and provides a platform for bamboo artists to display their creations. Additionally, the museum enhances its offerings with abundant bamboo-related literature and information, as well as audio-visual media and a voice-guided tour system. Whether local residents or visitors from afar, everyone can experience a rich and profound journey into bamboo art that harmonizes tradition and modernity through the exquisite presentation of the museum.
