Bamboo Art Museum Introduction
Nantou County has abundant bamboo forest resources, with bamboo materials spread throughout the area. During the Japanese colonial period, the region of Dongnan Linqi Pu Dapingding was named Zhushan due to its beautiful and lush Moso bamboo forests. In 1974, the government established a bamboo product processing zone in the Yanping area of Zhushan to promote the bamboo industry. In 1987, the former Council for Cultural Affairs (now the Ministry of Culture) commissioned Professor Jiang Shaoying to plan and establish the Bamboo Art Museum to showcase the cultural characteristics of various counties and cities. It officially opened on May 29, 1988, making it the first local cultural特色館 in the country. The establishment of the Bamboo Art Museum highlights traditional and modern bamboo crafts, symbolizing the continuity and prosperity of bamboo artistry. On September 10, 2011, the museum relocated from the basement of the Cultural Affairs Bureau to the first floor, occupying approximately 503 square meters. The entrance features a floor projection, interactive computer games, and bamboo musical instrument experiences. Inside, there are dedicated areas for bamboo carving and weaving, agricultural and fishing tools, modern bamboo crafts, outdoor equipment, wedding and celebratory artifacts, architectural bamboo crafts, and bamboo houses and furniture, showcasing a variety of classic works. Additionally, there is a special exhibition area that aligns with themed activities, providing a platform for bamboo artists to showcase their creations. Furthermore, the museum enriches its content with relevant literature and visuals on bamboo, and has added audiovisual media and audio guide systems. Whether local visitors or those from afar, everyone can experience an intellectually enriching journey of bamboo artistry that harmonizes tradition and modernity through the exquisite and delicate presentations at the museum.
