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

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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.

Architecture

The building was constructed with

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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.

Activities

The venue regularly hosts small art exhibitions.

Transportation

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

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