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. It was used as the residence of Taipei mayors until 1994. 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.

Mayor's Residence Art Salon

Architecture

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

Mayor's Residence Art Salon

Activities

The venue regularly hosts small art exhibitions.

Mayor's Residence Art Salon

Transportation

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

See also

List of tourist attractions in Taiwan

References

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1940 establishments in Taiwan

Buildings and structures in Taipei

Houses completed in 1940

Art centers in Taipei

Bookstores of Taiwan

Cultural centers in Taipei

Mayors' mansions in Taiwan

Restaurants in Taiwan