New Taipei City Yingge Ceramics Museum, Ceramic art museum in Yingge District, Taiwan
The New Taipei City Yingge Ceramics Museum is an art museum in Yingge displaying traditional and modern ceramic works across several exhibition halls. The building provides spaces for exhibitions, workshops, and educational programs where visitors can learn about this region's pottery heritage.
The museum was founded in 2000 to preserve the ceramic craft of Yingge, which began producing pottery in the 19th century. The pottery tradition there has remained an important part of local history and continues to influence the area today.
The museum displays works by local potters and shows how ceramic techniques have developed in this region over generations. You can observe how traditional methods remain part of the working studios scattered throughout the neighborhood.
The museum offers guided tours, pottery workshops, and hands-on activities where you can create your own pieces. An on-site shop sells ceramic products and educational materials that complement the exhibitions.
The building has a wave-like architecture that represents the flow of clay and water, blending modern design with the natural surroundings. This form echoes the deep connection between the craft and the natural materials that define ceramic production.
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