Meiling Museum of Art Introduction
Meiling Art Museum is located within Zhongzheng Park in Puzi City. It was established by the students of Mr. Wu Meiling to honor their teacher's educational spirit and to promote his ideals while fostering the development of local art. The museum was initiated in 1984, and in 1991, the board of directors and supervisors of the foundation agreed to donate the unfinished building to the Chiayi County Government for continued construction. It was officially completed and opened on July 11, 1995, on Mr. Wu Meiling's centenary. Since its establishment, the Meiling Art Museum has been dedicated to integrating industrial activities from various townships in Chiayi County, supporting the establishment of local特色 museums to develop agricultural, forestry, fishery, and tourism cultural resources. It also plans and assists in setting up public art and promotes visual arts activities with the goal of enhancing grassroots cultural development through art education. Over the years, it has organized literary and artistic exhibitions and activities to enrich the cultural life of the community, becoming a great place for the public to enjoy during their leisure time on weekends. The museum covers an area of approximately 1,650 square meters and can be divided into four main areas: exhibition halls, study classrooms, a collection room, and administrative offices. 1. Exhibition Halls: The total area of the exhibition halls is about 1,150 square meters, divided into first and second-floor exhibition rooms, suitable for exhibitions of painting, photography, sculpture, ceramics, and artifacts. 2. Study Classrooms: Located in the basement of the museum, these classrooms provide a space for the public to learn calligraphy, painting, sculpture, ceramics, and volunteer training sessions. 3. Collection Room: The collection room is located on the second floor of the museum and mainly houses the artworks of the centenarian Mr. Wu Meiling. 4. Administrative Area: The administrative area is located on the left side of the museum entrance and serves as the venue for administrative management and office work.
