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The Lin Hsien-tang Museum Mr. Lin Hsien-tang lived during a period of transition between old and new ideas, and thus possessed the advantages of both old and new intellectuals. The fusion of these two qualities made Mr. Lin one of the greatest figures in Taiwan during the first half of the 20th century. The museum showcases documents and historical materials related to the Lin family of Wufeng, ancient texts, the original diary of Lin Hsien-tang, his calligraphy and manuscripts, files, postcards, and early household items and furniture used by the Lin family of Wufeng, as well as important works of art from prominent literary figures. Visiting this museum to appreciate Taiwanese craftsmanship and the exquisite culture is like reading a biography of Mr. Lin Hsien-tang and a beautifully embroidered, three-dimensional history of Taiwan. The Leiyuan Garden is considered one of the four great gardens of Taiwan and is the rear garden of the Lin family of Wufeng. In 1893, after Lin Wen-qin passed the imperial examination, he built the garden as a place for his mother, Luo Tai Mrs., to enjoy her later years. He named it "Leiyuan" in reference to the story of "Laizi's colorful clothes." Leiyuan is a beautiful forest garden with a mountainous backdrop and water features. It includes the nationally designated historic site Wuge Lou, the Feizhuiyue Pavilion, the Xiaoxi Pool, and the cotton tree bridge, all of which cleverly combine natural and cultural elements to create a breathtaking landscape that is renowned throughout Taiwan. The Rongjing Studio was originally built in 1838 as a residence. In 1887, Lin Wen-qin transformed it into a private study (commonly known as the "new xuezi"). Inspired by the story "Fu Rong Jing Xia Jinshi" from "Youyang Zaju," he named it "Rongjing Studio." This was where the young Lin Hsien-tang studied traditional Chinese scholarship with his family. The architectural style follows the traditional layout of a private academy, with a front court resembling the Confucian Temple, a pond in the center, a main hall for lectures, and an elegant pavilion at the front. It is considered the most complete private academy in Taiwan and was once the most important center for classical Chinese education in central Taiwan. The Jingxun Building The "Jingxun Building" is the main residence of the Lin family of Dingzu, known as the former residence of Lin Hsien-tang. The main building is divided into three sections and nine bays, corresponding to the local saying "jiu bao wu, san lu bai er men," which describes a traditional courtyard-style residence. Construction began in 1864 under Lin Tian-guo and was completed in 1867 by Lin Wen-feng, who built the first section, including the inner and outer wings, the main hall, and the gatehouse of the Jingxun Building. In 1883, Lin Wen-qin completed the main structure of the second section and part of the third section. During the Japanese colonial period, Lin Hsien-tang renovated the building, adding a grapevine trellis in front of the main hall and rebuilding the original gatehouse, resulting in the scale we see today. The main hall features a movable "Bagua Gate" and carvings of the "Four Joys," as well as a pair of paintings in the second hall titled "Ying (Eagle) Xiong Du Li" and a "Fish Leaping Through the Dragon Gate" design on the dougong. The main hall has large flower door panels on both sides, symbolizing peace and safety throughout the four seasons. The traditional architectural styles are diverse and comprehensive. The above text and images are provided by the Wufeng Lin Family Garden Lin Hsien-tang Museum.