Xinyu Stone Weir Story Museum Introduction
Sustainable Heritage of Fishing Weir Culture: The fishing weir culture in Xinyu is primarily distributed in Kejien, Shenzhen, and Yongxing. Currently, the Yongxing weir has disappeared, leaving only the ones in Kejien and Shenzhen. On April 8, 2019, the Taoyuan City Government registered the better-preserved weirs numbered 2, 3, and 6 of the Xinyu Kejien Fishing Weir Group as cultural landscapes in accordance with the Cultural Heritage Preservation Act, enhancing protection for the weirs. It is planned to restore all 11 existing fishing weirs by 2023, while also focusing on the transfer and preservation of repair skills, using the Xinyu Fishing Weir Story Museum to convey the historical stories of the century-old weirs. Xinyu Fishing Weir Story Museum: The Xinyu Kejien Police Station was built in 1990 and initially served as a police dormitory, located in a windbreak forest next to the Kejien beach, offering beautiful scenery. After the government lifted martial law and withdrew its defenses, it gradually became an unused space. In September 2018, the Taoyuan City Government invested approximately NT$7 million for renovation and revitalization. The transformation was completed in March 2020, turning it into the Xinyu Fishing Weir Story Museum and Visitor Center, providing visitors with insights into local traditional fishing culture while also serving cultural heritage and environmental education functions. 1st Floor Fishing Weir Culture Exhibition Area: This area showcases models of fishing weirs and artifacts that record the development of Xinyu's fishing weirs. Through the "Palm Xinyu" APP developed with the assistance of local youth, AR technology is used to simulate the joy of fishing during the rise and fall of the tide at fishing weirs. 2nd Floor Ocean Maker Classroom: Extending the preservation of fishing weir culture to marine environmental protection initiatives, the Ocean Maker Classroom offers DIY workshops using marine waste to raise public awareness of the importance of ocean protection through interactive experiences. 3rd Floor Fishing Weir Viewing Area: A panoramic view of the ocean is in front of you, capturing the beauty of Xinyu's coastline. Relax and feel the sea breeze, hear the sound of waves crashing, and enjoy a cup of coffee while leisurely spending a peaceful afternoon. (Image and text source: Department of Coastal Management, Taoyuan City Government)
