🎨Tainan Museum of Art, Hall 1: A comprehensive exhibition hall of art and history🏛️

#September2025

The Tainan Museum of Art, located in the West Central District of Tainan City, Taiwan, is a branch of the Tainan Museum of Art, dedicated to the exhibition and promotion of art and history. Formerly the Tainan Police Station during the Japanese colonial period, the museum was built in 1900 and converted into a police headquarters in 1930. After the war, it served as the Tainan City Government Office in 1945. It was designated a municipal historic site in 2011 and underwent restoration and renovation in 2018. It officially opened on January 27, 2019. The architectural design retains Japanese-style elements with red bricks, and the total area is approximately 5,000 square meters. Since its opening in 2019, the museum has become a core venue for Tainan's artistic development. It houses a collection of approximately 2,000 artworks, encompassing both Taiwanese and international works. Several themed exhibitions will be held in the summer of 2025, attracting art lovers and tourists alike. The first building of the museum is divided into several exhibition halls, including permanent and special exhibition halls. The permanent exhibition showcases the history of Taiwanese art and local cultural works. There is also an outdoor garden and a multi-purpose hall. The special exhibition, "Jumping in the Wrong Place. Serial Dreams: A Research Exhibition of Chen Chun-lu's Photographic Collection," is currently on display from April 3 to August 17, 2025. It features works from five of Chen Chun-lu's series ("Wind," "Breathing Dark Colors," "Opening the Sky," "Collecting Childhood," and "Temple of the Temple"). Through the lens of art history and scientific testing techniques, it reveals Chen Chun-lu's photographic aesthetics and the social changes in Taiwan. It is suitable for visitors interested in photography. Another special exhibition, "Out of the Grid! Machines x Materials x Art: A Super Expansion," will run from October 26, 2024 to March 2, 2025. It showcases the Chi Mei Museum's collection of industrial machinery, combining works by nine artists from six countries. The theme focuses on the artistic application of machine tools and materials, making it suitable for visitors interested in the fusion of machinery and art. Winter weather is cool, so a light jacket is recommended. The museum offers a comfortable shopping environment with a lounge area and a café. Some exhibitions may require reservations, so please confirm in advance.

The Tainan Museum of Art is accessible by public transportation. From Tainan Railway Station, take Tainan Bus No. 1, 2, 6, 7, 10, 11, or 88 to Minsheng Green Park Station or Confucius Temple Station. The journey takes approximately 15 minutes and costs approximately NT$15-20. It's a 5-minute walk from the station. From Tainan High Speed ​​Rail Station, take the High Speed ​​Rail Express Bus H31 to Jianxing Junior High School Station. The journey takes approximately 20 minutes and costs approximately NT$40. The museum then walks for approximately 10 minutes or takes a taxi for about 5 minutes. The museum is open year-round (closed on Mondays) and is a great choice for travelers planning a trip to Tainan.
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📍 Address: No. 37, Nanmen Road, West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan
🕰️ Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Extended to 9:00 PM on Saturdays, closed on Mondays, last admission 5:30 PM, weather conditions apply)

Post by 3guns | Sep 7, 2025