Exhibition on the Yami, an aboriginal group from Taiwan

yuanzhumin · 13th January 2010, 09:52 AM

The Shisanhang Museum of Archaeology, located in the Taipei district, Taiwan, has launched an exhibition named YAMI TAO Ocean (WaWa) and dedicated to the Yami people. The Yami, also called Tao, are an aboriginal group living on Orchids Island (Lanyu in Chinese), a small island located in the Pacific Ocean close to Taiwan. The Yami have the only oceanic culture among the Taiwan aborigines. They are well known for their boat building tradition, but also for their extraordinary silver helmets and fish skin body armors.
Period： From January 1st to September 5th, 2010.
A total of 90 pieces are displayed : 13 pieces borrowed from the Taiwan National Museum of Natural Science, 14 pieces borrowed from the National Taiwan Museum, 20 pieces borrowed from the Institute of History and Philology, Academia Sinica, Taiwan, 7 pieces from the Shisanhang Museum, and 35 pieces borrowed from the Yang-Grevot Collections (which I'm curating).
Some infos on the Shisanhang Museum of Archaeology :
'Located near the mouth of the Danshui River in Bali Township, the Shisanhang archaeological site dates back some 500 to 1800 years to Taiwan's prehistoric time. The ancient dwellers are believed to be the ancestors of the Ketegalan people of the Pingpu aboriginal tribe. The evidence gathered from the ruins indicates that the Shisanhang dwellers had the know-how of metal making. The discovered silver, copperware, gold jewelry, and coins indicate that trade and economic activities had taken place back then.
In 1998, the Shisanhang Museum was erected at the archaeological site, showcasing the prehistoric relics to visitors. The Bridge of Time allows visitors to travel through time into Shisanhang's culture.
The award-winning architecture adopts an archaeological theme and reflects the voyage of the early travelers from the mainland to Taiwan. Situated at the foot of Guanyin Mountain and facing Danshui River, the Shisanhang Museum affords a beautiful view from a great vantage point.
In addition to visiting the museum, one can also visit the mangrove conservation area nearby, go for a bike ride along the river, and take the Blue Highway Ferry.
Tel +886-2-2619-1313
Address No.200, Bowuguan Rd., Bali Township, Taipei County
Transportation
Take Prov. Highway 15 to Bali. There are clear roadsigns to the museum, and there is plenty of parking space.
THSR:
Take the THSR to Taipei Station, transfer to the bus. TaipeiStation Tourist Attractions
MRT & Bus:
1. From Guandu MRT Station, take the Red 13 bus.
2. From Danshui MRT Station, take the ferry across the river, then take the Red 13 bus.
3. From Danshui MRT Station, take the ferry across the river, then ride a bicycle.

13th January 2010, 09:52 AM	#1
yuanzhumin Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Ex-Taipei, Taiwan, now in Shanghai, China Posts: 180	Exhibition on the Yami, an aboriginal group from Taiwan The Shisanhang Museum of Archaeology, located in the Taipei district, Taiwan, has launched an exhibition named YAMI TAO Ocean (WaWa) and dedicated to the Yami people. The Yami, also called Tao, are an aboriginal group living on Orchids Island (Lanyu in Chinese), a small island located in the Pacific Ocean close to Taiwan. The Yami have the only oceanic culture among the Taiwan aborigines. They are well known for their boat building tradition, but also for their extraordinary silver helmets and fish skin body armors. Period： From January 1st to September 5th, 2010. A total of 90 pieces are displayed : 13 pieces borrowed from the Taiwan National Museum of Natural Science, 14 pieces borrowed from the National Taiwan Museum, 20 pieces borrowed from the Institute of History and Philology, Academia Sinica, Taiwan, 7 pieces from the Shisanhang Museum, and 35 pieces borrowed from the Yang-Grevot Collections (which I'm curating). Some infos on the Shisanhang Museum of Archaeology : 'Located near the mouth of the Danshui River in Bali Township, the Shisanhang archaeological site dates back some 500 to 1800 years to Taiwan's prehistoric time. The ancient dwellers are believed to be the ancestors of the Ketegalan people of the Pingpu aboriginal tribe. The evidence gathered from the ruins indicates that the Shisanhang dwellers had the know-how of metal making. The discovered silver, copperware, gold jewelry, and coins indicate that trade and economic activities had taken place back then. In 1998, the Shisanhang Museum was erected at the archaeological site, showcasing the prehistoric relics to visitors. The Bridge of Time allows visitors to travel through time into Shisanhang's culture. The award-winning architecture adopts an archaeological theme and reflects the voyage of the early travelers from the mainland to Taiwan. Situated at the foot of Guanyin Mountain and facing Danshui River, the Shisanhang Museum affords a beautiful view from a great vantage point. In addition to visiting the museum, one can also visit the mangrove conservation area nearby, go for a bike ride along the river, and take the Blue Highway Ferry. Tel +886-2-2619-1313 Address No.200, Bowuguan Rd., Bali Township, Taipei County Transportation Take Prov. Highway 15 to Bali. There are clear roadsigns to the museum, and there is plenty of parking space. THSR: Take the THSR to Taipei Station, transfer to the bus. TaipeiStation Tourist Attractions MRT & Bus: 1. From Guandu MRT Station, take the Red 13 bus. 2. From Danshui MRT Station, take the ferry across the river, then take the Red 13 bus. 3. From Danshui MRT Station, take the ferry across the river, then ride a bicycle.