Text by MOOK Scenic Spots Family / Compiled Report
During the summer vacation, many important and highly anticipated exhibitions are opening and ongoing. In addition to visiting natural scenic spots during the break, checking out an exhibition in the city is also a great choice. The top 10 major exhibitions of 2017 cover a variety of themes—from the ultra-cute Snoopy exhibition to the must-see Paul Smith exhibition for design and fashion lovers, as well as the trendy block-building exhibition recommended by CNN. Here are some selected highlights:
* Snoopy – Happy School Days Touring Exhibition
The Snoopy – Happy School Days Exhibition opened at the National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall on June 24. In addition to the classic and adorable large-scale Snoopy cartoon character plush toys, it also includes four major highlights: campus-themed settings, Taipei-exclusive merchandise, and a multimedia interactive area—all guaranteed to keep your camera and phone busy snapping photos.
(Photo by MOOK Scenic Spots Family / Gao Jiajun)
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Snoopy – Happy School Days Touring Exhibition (Taipei Edition)
Exhibition Dates: 2017/6/24 ~ 2017/9/17
Exhibition Venue: Hall 1, National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall (No. 21, Zhongshan S. Rd., Zhongzheng District, Taipei City)
Exhibition Hours: Daily from 10:00 to 18:00 (Last admission at 17:30)
Co-organizers: Xinshi Media Consulting Co., Ltd., United Digital Culture Co., Ltd.
Co-sponsor: National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall Administration
* Gaudí: The Architect of God – 165th Anniversary Exhibition
To pay tribute to Gaudí’s works, the Taiwan edition invites local art teams to use various real and virtual media—including light and shadow, new media interactions, time-lapse video works, and large structural installations—to recreate the experimental nature of Gaudí’s architectural creations. Through wooden structures supplemented with steel, a sacred space representing the “form” of Gaudí’s architecture is built on-site.
Church of Colònia Güell. (Image Source / Gaudí: The Architect of God Exhibition)
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Gaudí: The Architect of God – 165th Anniversary Exhibition
Dates: 2017/7/26 (Wed) ~ 2017/9/17 (Sun)
Time: 10:00 ~ 18:00 (Last ticket sales and entry at 17:30)
Venue: Hall CD, East 2 Quadrangle, Huashan 1914 Creative Park
Organizers: Timeless Media, iQIYI Cultural Creativity, Gelin Cultural Creativity
Pre-sale Ticket Info:
Pre-sale Single Ticket: NT$250
Sales Period: From now until July 14
Sales Channels: ibon, GOMAJI, 17Life, Books.com.tw, YAHOO! Superstore
*Avengers World Tour Exhibition
The exhibition introduces various Avengers heroes and displays a variety of costumes and movie props. In addition, you can experience AR simulation effects to don Iron Man armor and become the superhero. With the introduction by Agent Hill from S.H.I.E.L.D., fans will be led into the Avengers base and become part of the superhero team.
The Avengers World Tour Exhibition is on display at New Century Global Center Taipei Xinyi New World. (Image source / Marvel)
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Avengers World Tour Exhibition
Exhibition Dates: June 9, 2017 – September 10, 2017
Exhibition Hours: Sunday to Thursday 11:00–21:30, Friday to Saturday 11:00–22:00
Exhibition Venue: New Century Global Center Taipei Xinyi New World, A9 9F Banquet & Exhibition Hall
Organizers: Beast Kingdom Co., Ltd., Dentsu Taiwan Ltd., Shi-Yi Multimedia Communications Co., Ltd.
【On-site Ticket Prices】
Full Price: NT$350
Concession Price: NT$320 (with student ID, children aged 3 and above)
Love Ticket: NT$175 (seniors aged 65 and above, one accompanying caregiver for people with disabilities)
Free Admission: People with disabilities, children under 3 years old
*MOMO Bear and His Friends 20th Anniversary Special Exhibition
The happiness-filled and mischievous pink icon MOMO Bear has arrived in Taiwan. Back then, through emails, the round and fluffy MOMO Bear busily delivered messages of love to fans every day from his room, sharing the fun moments of his day. The special exhibition also features the PostPet POP-UP STORE, with the limited-time-only MOMO Market debuting super-cute PostPet merchandise and PostPet snacks, immersing you in the joyful atmosphere of MOMO Bear’s world.
The happiness-filled and mischievous pink icon MOMO Bear. (Image source / MOMO Bear Special Exhibition)
【Info】
MOMO Bear and His Friends 20th Anniversary Special Exhibition
Exhibition Venue: Pacific SOGO Taipei Zhongxiao Branch, 12F Event Hall
Exhibition Dates: July 20, 2017 – August 8, 2017
Opens at 17:00 on July 20 (Thursday), the first day of the exhibition
Closes at 18:00 on August 8 (Tuesday), the last day of the exhibition
July 21 (Friday) – August 7 (Monday): Sunday to Thursday, 11:00 – 21:30
Friday, Saturday, and the day before public holidays: 11:00 – 22:00
【Ticket Information】
On-site Ticket Price: NT$280
Ticket Sales Channels: ibon, GOMAJI, Books.com.tw
*HELLO, MY NAME IS PAUL SMITH – The World Tour Exhibition of British Design Genius PAUL SMITH
Curated by the professional team from London’s Design Museum, this exhibition takes you deep into the creative, inspiring, and aesthetic design style and classic works of designer Paul Smith. The exhibition content is like Paul Smith’s personal portfolio, featuring his personal photography, iconic fashion designs, and cross-industry collaborations, as well as a complete recreation of his private office and creative studio in London.
Paul's art wall. (Photo provided by the organizer, United Digital Culture)
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