About
The Taiwan Ballpoint Pen Museum sits in Nantun District of Taichung City, on Datun Road. It is a museum devoted to one everyday object: the ballpoint pen. Its exhibits trace how the pen is made and how it came to be, with a focus on the industrial heritage of Taiwan's pen manufacturing industry. The museum is also known by its Chinese name, 台灣氣球筆博物館.
What to expect
The museum is built around interactive displays, so it suits visitors who like to see how things work rather than only look at them. It is a compact, specialised stop, and much of its appeal lies in its subject: a small object that is easy to overlook, presented with care.
- Exhibits on the history and manufacturing of ballpoint pens
- Interactive displays that show the industrial side of pen production in Taiwan
- A look at the island's place in a specialised manufacturing trade
Visiting Taichung
The museum is in Taichung, a city in central Taiwan, so it can be combined with other visits in the area. Pairing it with a day of exploring the city's streets and neighbourhoods makes for a varied outing. For opening times and visitor information, the museum can be reached by telephone at +886-4-2389-9808 before you set out.
