Huashan 1914 Creative Park Introduction
Huashan 1914 Creative Park was formerly the Taipei Brewery, founded by the Japanese in 1914. Initially, it served as a sake production facility, later becoming the Taipei Brewery, and is now one of Taipei's designated historical sites. The name of the location, Huashan Creative Park, originated from the Qing Dynasty when it was called Sanbanqiao Township Dazhuwie. In 1922, during the Japanese rule, the Taiwan Governor-General's office abolished the old street names and renamed it "Huashan Town." The name "Huashan" was derived from the first Governor-General of Taiwan, Governor Katsutake Matsumoto. At that time, Huashan Town included government institutions such as the Taipei City Hall (now the Executive Yuan), Huashan Freight Station, and Taipei Brewery, which were developed as part of the urban planning during the Japanese rule. During the KMT government period, "Huashan" was adopted and has been used ever since. After 1999, Huashan Creative Park became a venue for cultural activities such as art exhibitions and music performances for the arts community, non-profit organizations, and individuals. Additionally, the park features several restaurants, shops, and galleries. It has hosted numerous artistic events and transformed old buildings into spaces for installation art, attracting visitors for sightseeing and photography. There is also a large grassy area at the back of the park for picnicking and recreation.
