National Human Rights Museum, Human rights museum in New Taipei City, Taiwan.
The National Human Rights Museum is an institution dedicated to human rights and Taiwan's recent political history, operating at two separate locations. The exhibitions display documents, photographs, and objects from the country's martial law period and democratic movement.
The museum was established in 2018 at the sites of former prisons where political prisoners were held during Taiwan's martial law from 1949 to 1987. These locations were preserved for their historical significance and are now used for public education.
The museum presents personal stories from people who experienced political persecution, shown through photographs and everyday objects from their lives. These items help visitors connect with the human experiences behind the historical events.
You can explore the grounds at your own pace or join guided tours offered in multiple languages to better understand the exhibits. The facility is accessible for visitors with mobility needs and welcomes school groups and organizations for educational programs.
The museum operates two former prison sites as memorial parks where visitors can see the original cells and interrogation rooms preserved. This spatial approach allows people to experience history in the actual places where these events took place.
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