At the National Science and Technology Museum, many special exhibitions have attracted widespread attention. Among them, the "Heaven of Hot Snow" exhibition on B1 provides children with interactive experiences related to snow, allowing kids who grew up in a subtropical climate to personally feel the joy of skiing. Additionally, the "Fun City Exhibition Hall" combines traffic safety with science education, designed as a shopping area and children's traffic park, enabling visitors to learn life skills through play. On the 6th floor, the "Star Moments • Measurement Legends Exhibition" cleverly integrates Greek mythology with measurement science using multimedia technology, deepening visitors' understanding of science through interaction.
The National Science and Technology Museum, abbreviated as "NSTM," is located at 720 Jiuru 1st Rd, Sanmin District, Kaohsiung City. It is a historical and innovative applied science museum in Taiwan. As the first national social education institution in southern Taiwan, the museum has been devoted to promoting applied science knowledge since its opening in 1997, covering significant fields such as industrial technology, transportation, and information science.
The internal facilities of the museum are quite diverse, divided into multiple areas, including the North Hall, South Hall, and the Base Park, all aimed at providing visitors with comprehensive services. The museum emphasizes accessibility, featuring barrier-free restrooms and pathways, ensuring that visitors of all types can enjoy the exhibitions without obstacles. Furthermore, the maker activities and rich selection of popular science literature organized by the museum's science education center further spark public interest in science.
The history of the National Science and Technology Museum dates back to 1979 when it was included in one of the twelve construction projects by the Executive Yuan. In 1986, the museum's preparatory office was officially established and opened ten permanent exhibition halls in November 1997. Over time, the museum gradually expanded to eighteen permanent exhibition halls, with the "Lively Energy-Saving House" in the South Hall in 2009 showcasing the concepts of sustainable development.
In terms of transportation, the accessibility of the National Science and Technology Museum is excellent, as it can be easily reached via public transport from Kaohsiung International Airport or Zuoying High-Speed Rail Station. Additionally, convenient direct bus services are available, making it easy for the public to visit this hall of knowledge and fun.
