228 Memorial Museum Introduction
Located at the intersection of Nanhai Road and Quanzhou Street in Taipei City, this site was originally known as the "Taiwan Educational Hall." Completed in 1931, the building served as a venue for showcasing Taiwan's educational achievements and art exhibitions such as the Taiwan Fine Arts Exhibition, and it was regularly used for gatherings. The building was designed by Inoue Kaoru, the head of the Construction Division of the Governor-General's Office, and its style resembles that of the Civic Hall, adopting an eclectic form of modern architecture. The exterior is covered with brown tiles, and the parapet features geometric patterns decorated with pebbles. After World War II, it briefly served as a meeting place for the Provincial Council. From 1959 onwards, it was rented by the United States Information Service in Taiwan. Following the severance of diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Taiwan in 1979, it was renamed the "American Cultural Center," a designation it maintained until 2001. Subsequently, a five-year restoration project for the historic site was conducted, and it was officially designated as the "228 National Memorial Hall" on February 28, 2007, and began operations on February 28, 2011. In 1993, this building was recognized as a historical monument by the city of Taipei. It represents the architectural style of the 1930s and bears significant historical importance within the context of Taiwan's modern history. The hall features a permanent exhibition area on the February 28 Incident, a special exhibition area, a cultural space, and a multipurpose performance hall. In addition to historical education displays, it also hosts activities related to democracy and human rights, aiming to introduce the February 28 Incident and Taiwan's modern democratic progress while providing educational resources for human rights.
