Yunlin Puppetry Museum

Yunlin Attractions

雲林布袋戲館
雲林布袋戲館

In the world of puppetry, stories of the past unfold. The former Tigou County Office, which is simple and elegant, was officially designated as a historic site in 2001 and has transformed into a local cultural hub for glove puppetry. The museum provides a detailed introduction to the various genres of glove puppetry, characters, cultural stories, and historical evolution, featuring classic puppet characters from different countries. It also houses shadow puppets that evoke memories of the past, as well as splendid theatrical stages, and offers highly praised interactive performances, making it suitable for visits with elders to experience the time tunnel of glove puppetry!

Address:No. 498, Section 1, Linsen Road, Huwei Township, Yunlin County

Yunlin Puppetry Museum Introduction

In the realm of puppetry, the simple yet elegant Huwei District Office, officially designated as a historic site in 2001, has transformed into a vibrant venue for local cultural expression— the Yunlin Puppetry Museum. The museum provides an in-depth introduction to various puppetry styles, roles, cultural stories, and historical developments, showcasing classic puppet characters from around the world. It also features shadow puppets that evoke memories of the past and lavishly adorned stages, along with highly acclaimed interactive performances suitable for visitors of all ages, allowing families to experience the time tunnel of puppetry together! When discussing the brilliance of Taiwanese puppetry, one cannot overlook Huwei Township in Yunlin County, the birthplace of puppetry, which is home to the Yunlin Puppetry Museum. The museum displays the history of puppetry's development and static puppet exhibits, allowing the public to understand the evolution of traditional puppetry and ensuring the preservation of this cultural heritage. The establishment of the puppetry museum provides a space for people to absorb the culture of puppetry and to recognize its historical significance, ultimately fostering appreciation for this traditional art form. Please note: 1. No smoking allowed, and no selling of goods. 2. Pets are not allowed, except for guide dogs and service dogs; other animals should be kept in portable containers. 3. Children under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult. 4. No flash photography. 5. Do not touch or damage the exhibits. 6. Academic institutions or media requiring photography should apply one week in advance. 7. No food or drinks are allowed in the exhibition hall.

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Yunlin Puppetry Museum Travel Information

Address:No. 498, Section 1, Linsen Road, Huwei Township, Yunlin County


Transportation Methods:Public Transportation: Get off at the Dongshi Bus Station in Huwei and walk for 1 minute. By Car: The Yulin Puppetry Museum is located on the right side of the intersection of Section 1, Linsen Road and Gong'an Road - the museum is diagonally across from Huwei Post Office, next to Land Bank.


Parking Information:There is a paid parking lot on Gong'an Road behind the museum (limited to small passenger vehicles). This is for information disclosure and is subject to the parking lot regulations. To avoid congestion on the main thoroughfare in front of the museum caused by visitors' vehicles, large buses (vehicles with more than nine seats) are requested to drop off passengers at the entrance and swiftly move the vehicle away.


Tickets:Free self-guided visits. Paid items: Material fees for DIY courses, ticketed performances by the theater group, and guided tours by reservation.


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