Mayor's Residence Art Salon Explained

Mayor's Residence Art Salon
Native Name:市長官邸藝文沙龍
Native Name Lang:zh
Building Type:former residence
Architectural Style:Japanese
Location:Zhongzheng, Taipei, Taiwan
Coordinates:25.0403°N 121.5244°W
Completion Date:1940
Destruction Date:-->
Floor Area:990 m2
Grounds Area:2,640 m2
Unit Count:-->

The Mayor's Residence Art Salon is a former residence in Zhongzheng District, Taipei, Taiwan.

History

The residence building was originally built in 1940 by the Japanese government for the governor's families.[1] It was used as the residence of Taipei mayors until 1994.[2] In 1999, the Department of Cultural Affairs of Taipei City Government outsourced the operation of the building and converted it into an art and cultural center.

Architecture

The building was constructed in Japanese architecture style.[1] The area of the building spans over an area of 990 m2 on a total ground area of 2,640 m2.[3] It is now run as an art and cultural center. It also includes a restaurant and bookshop.[2]

Activities

The venue regularly hosts small art exhibitions.[1]

Transportation

The building is accessible within walking distance south of Shandao Temple Station of Taipei Metro.[3]

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Mayor's Residence Art Salon. Lonely Planet. 2 October 2019.
  2. Web site: Taipei Mayor's Residence. Undiscovered Taipei. 2 October 2019.
  3. Web site: About. The Mayor's Residence Art Salon. 2 October 2019.