The Ministry of Culture (MOC) held the opening ceremony of the National Railway Museum (NRM) on July 30, unveiling the museum’s first phase to the public after nine years of restoration and preparation.
The event was attended by Premier Cho Jung-tai (卓榮泰), Minister of Culture Li Yuan, Minister of Transportation Chen Shih-kai (陳世凱), and other distinguished guests.
Premier Cho highlighted the collective efforts that made this museum possible, crediting scholars, association members, railway enthusiasts, and local representatives for their invaluable contributions. He expressed hope that these ongoing endeavors would help the museum share Taiwan’s culture and history with the world.
Minister Li noted that, as the NRM is housed in the former Taipei Railway Workshop, the museum plays a key role in linking sports, tourism, entertainment, and business in Taipei’s Xinyi District, helping transform the area into a cultural hub. He welcomed the public to visit and witness the rich history preserved on the site.
The Preparatory Office of NRM has outlined the first phase that showcases six significant architectural sites: the diesel-electric workshop, head office, technician training center, material testing center, auditorium, and bathhouse. It also includes three permanent exhibitions, two in-situ displays, and a dedicated space for children’s activities.
For more information, visit the NRM official website and Facebook page.
