Xinyu Stone Weir Story Museum Introduction
Sustainable Heritage of Fishery Culture: The stone weirs along the coast of Xinhui are mainly found in Kuo-Jian, Shenzhen, and Yongxing. Currently, the Yongxing weirs have disappeared, leaving only those in Kuo-Jian and Shenzhen. On April 8, 2019, the Taoyuan City Government registered the better-preserved stone weirs No. 2, 3, and 6 from the Kuo-Jian stone weir group as cultural landscapes according to cultural heritage preservation regulations, strengthening the protection of the stone weirs. It is expected that all 11 existing stone weirs will be fully restored by 2023, with efforts dedicated to the transmission and preservation of construction techniques, communicating the century-long history of stone weirs through the Xinhui Stone Weir Story Museum. Xinhui Stone Weir Story Museum: The Xinhui Kuo-Jian police station was built in 1990 and initially served as a police dormitory. It is located within the windbreak forest next to the Kuo-Jian beach, offering a stunning view. With the lifting of government restrictions, it gradually became an unused space. In September 2018, the Taoyuan City Government invested approximately NT$7 million for renovation and revitalization. In March 2020, it was completed and transformed into the Xinhui Stone Weir Story Museum and Visitor Center, providing visiting tourists with insights into local traditional fishing culture, while also serving functions of cultural transmission and environmental education. 1F Fishery Culture Guided Tour Area: This area displays models of stone weirs and artifacts documenting the development trajectory of Xinhui stone weirs. Through the "Palm Xinhui" app, developed with the assistance of local youth, augmented reality technology simulates the fun of fishing in the rising and falling tides of the stone weirs. 2F Marine Maker Classroom: Extending from the preservation of fishery culture to marine environmental protection initiatives, the Marine Maker Classroom offers DIY workshops on recycling marine waste, raising public awareness of the importance of ocean protection through interaction. 3F Stone Weir Viewing Area: Here, an endless sea view unfolds before you, capturing the beauty of Xinhui's coast. One can quietly feel the sea breeze, the sound of waves crashing, enjoy a cup of coffee, and leisurely relish a relaxing afternoon. (Image source: Ocean Management Engineering Office, Taoyuan City Government)
