Yunlin Puppetry Museum

Yunlin Attractions

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The former Huwei District Office, which is simple and elegant in style, was officially designated as a historic site in 2001 and transformed into a puppet theater museum rich in local cultural atmosphere. Inside the museum, there is a detailed introduction to various schools of puppetry, characters, cultural stories, and historical evolution, as well as classic puppet characters from different countries. The museum also houses shadow puppets that preserve ancient memories and a splendid theater stage, along with highly praised interactive performances, making it suitable for visitors of all ages, especially seniors, to experience the time tunnel of puppetry!

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

Yunlin Puppetry Museum Introduction

In the theater of history, countless ancient tales are recounted. The humble and elegant Huwei District Office, officially declared a historical site in 2001, has transformed into a vibrant Puppet Theater Museum that exudes local cultural charm. The museum offers an in-depth introduction to various schools of puppetry, characters, cultural stories, and historical evolution, featuring classic puppet characters from around the world, traditional shadow puppets steeped in nostalgia, and splendid stages. The highly praised interactive performances are perfect for enjoying with elders, allowing visitors to experience the time tunnel of puppetry performances! When speaking of puppetry, the pride of Taiwan, one cannot help but mention the hometown of puppetry, Huwei Township in Yunlin. The Yunlin Puppet Theater Museum, located in Huwei, is particularly noteworthy. The museum showcases the development history of puppetry and features static puppet displays, allowing the public to understand the evolution of traditional puppetry and to preserve this cultural heritage, preventing the loss of historical artifacts and culture. The establishment of the Puppet Theater Museum provides a place for people to absorb puppetry culture, understand its past, and ultimately embrace the traditional art of puppetry. Notices: 1. Smoking and sales are strictly prohibited. 2. Other animals must be placed in a portable container, except for guide dogs and service animals. 3. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. 4. No flash photography is allowed. 5. Do not touch or damage public property exhibits. 6. Academic institutions or media needing to take photos should apply one week in advance. 7. No food or drink is 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 Taixi Bus Station and walk for 1 minute. By Car: The Yunlin Puppetry Museum is located to the right at the intersection of Section 1, Linsen Road and Gong'an Road - diagonally across from the Huwei Post Office and next to the 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 informational purposes and is subject to the regulations of the parking lot. To avoid congestion on the main road 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 move the vehicle away as soon as possible.


Tickets:Free self-guided visits. Paid options: DIY courses with material fees, ticketed performances by the theater troupe, and guided tours by reservation.


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