The "Lin Yu-tang House" sits at the base of Yangminshan. It was constructed in 1966 and was ...The "Lin Yu-tang House" sits at the base of Yangminshan. It was constructed in 1966 and was designed by Lin himself. It served as his residence for the last ten years of his life.
1976
On March 26 in 1976, Lin died in Hong Kong . His remains were transferred back to Taipei and ...On March 26 in 1976, Lin died in Hong Kong . His remains were transferred back to Taipei and he was laid to rest in the garden behind in his old residence. He was 82 years old.
1985
The Taipei City government, in order to commemorate Lin's literary achievements, obtained from ...The Taipei City government, in order to commemorate Lin's literary achievements, obtained from his wife, Ms. Liao Cui-feng, his book collection, original manuscripts, various writings and other items he left and turned his residence into "Lin Yu-tang's Memorial Library" which opened to the public in May of 1985.
2001
The Department of Cultural Affairs of the Taipei City Government announced a plan to expand ...The Department of Cultural Affairs of the Taipei City Government announced a plan to expand the original library to include the "Famous residence" and "Literary Life Hall." Following an open bid, Fo Guang College of Humanities and Social Sciences was selected to manage the site and on March 26 in 2002, the new hall was opened.
2002
Lin Yutang House hosted the opening essay writing activity.On March 27, new opening of "The ...Lin Yutang House hosted the opening essay writing activity. On March 27, new opening of "The Lin Yutang House".
2005
Soochow University accepted the entrustment from Taipei City Department of Cultural Affairs ...Soochow University accepted the entrustment from Taipei City Department of Cultural Affairs to manage The Lin Yutang House. The Lin Yutang House is focusing on researching and promoting the spirit of Lin Yutang. Entrusted E-Century Information and Technology Co., LTD to produce official website.
All of the the museum window glasses changed into anti-UV glass. On October 1, Soochow University accepted the Department of Cultural Affairs' commission to manage Lin's residence and as the research place for the study of Lin's works.
2006
Organized the "A Stride Over/Forward --- Cultural Fusion/Function in the Study of Lin Yutang" ...Organized the "A Stride Over/Forward --- Cultural Fusion/Function in the Study of Lin Yutang" International Symposium, and invited Swedish sinologist Professor Nils Göran David Malmqvist with renowned scholars Professor Chih-p'ing Chou conduct lectures, papers published there Professor Wolfgang Kubin , Professor Su Diran, Professor Qian Suoqiao, Professor Zhu Jiawen, Professor Wu Liquan, Professor Li Yong, Professor Zhou Zhiwen, Professor Lin Mingchang, Professor Qin Xianci, Professor Cao Lindi, Professor Zeng Taiyuan, Professor Liu Zhengzhong, Professor Zhong Yiwen, Professor Lu Yi Lu. Obtained the consent from Lin Yutang's posterity, replaced the tombstone of Lin's tomb. On March, organized "Spring Popia Festival", it contains a series of activities which aim to advocate food culture and aesthetics, and extends the traditional culture into a modern scale, promotes fine arts and culture. On May, organized "Yutang Weekend Lectures " lecture courses. Blending ancient and modern, East and West, classic and fun, focusing on spirit and lifestyle, and plan different topics from the humanities, aesthetics, diet, travel, movies, natural environment, to formulate deverse courses.
2007
Organized "The Lin Yutang Literature Award" to encourage Chinese literature creationOrganized "The Lin Yutang Literature Award" to encourage Chinese literature creation
2008
Held "cultural Train" related activities, which was the predecessor of "Summer Bus".Held "cultural Train" related activities, which was the predecessor of "Summer Bus".
2009
Began to start community cooperation, became the precedent which was the first one cultural ...Began to start community cooperation, became the precedent which was the first one cultural organization cooperates with Shihlin District Office. Organized the "Lin Yutang and Taipei ‧ creative short video election activity." Began to organize art exhibition with other artists or communities. "Woodcarving epigram - Qiushi Fu Solo Exhibition" was the first exhibition.
2010
Launched "Scoop: Masters through the world - Lin Yutang Life Exhibition", to exhibite in community-based ...Launched "Scoop: Masters through the world - Lin Yutang Life Exhibition", to exhibite in community-based organizations. In this year, the exhibition was visiting in Shihlin District Civic Center, Datong High School, and Soochow University. The whole museum replaced new MITSUBISHI commercial air conditioner, the host moved from the east side of the roof to back yard.
The construction was executed by Cool King Engineering Co.,LTD..
2011
On January, started and completed the platform boardwalk replacement project.On January, started and completed the platform boardwalk replacement project.
2013
From Feb. 25 to April 28, Taipei City Department of Cultural Affairs commissioned the Ming ...From Feb. 25 to April 28, Taipei City Department of Cultural Affairs commissioned the Ming Hing Construction Co., Ltd. to renovate the waterproof facility of the Lin Yutang House.
2014
- Committed Fu-Lian LIAO to do furniture relic repairing, including 5 pieces of Artificial leather ...- Committed Fu-Lian LIAO to do furniture relic repairing, including 5 pieces of Artificial leather sofa and chairs.
- Apr. 16, committed iClick Inc to do panoramic photography on Google Map.
- Jul. 16, cooperated with the Business Administration Department of Soochow University, put on "溪城講堂"
- "Scoop: Masters through the world - Lin Yutang Life Exhibition",to exhibited in Leofoo Hotel and MRT Jiangzicui Station.
- "Spring Popia Festival" changed name into "Lin Yutang Pophia Festival"
- CEO of the Lin Yutang House is committed to Hugo TSENG, the Department Chair of English and Literature, Soochow University.
- Sep. 25, through Government Public Tender Project, Soochow University again obtain the right of management.
- Published 《Lin Yu-tang Biography》.
2015
-The official website of the Lin Yutang House updated its e-book section, introducing separate ...-The official website of the Lin Yutang House updated its e-book section, introducing separate reading interfaces for general readers and academic researchers.
-In collaboration with TAIWAN JAODI CREATIVE INTEGRATION CO.(招弟薪創公司), the House launched its first food-themed cultural product—the “Lin Yutang Fortune Cookie,” inspired by Lin Yutang’s bestselling work The Importance of Living.
-Partnered with SUKI LANE(舒喜巷) to publish Qianshan Post(前山報), a local arts and culture newspaper.
-The Lin Yutang Literary Translation Awards were officially discontinued.
2016
-Added a new "Learning Resources" section to the official website of the Lin Yutang House, providing ...-Added a new "Learning Resources" section to the official website of the Lin Yutang House, providing downloadable materials for readers.
-Appointed Professor Jeng-Dau Jung (鍾正道) of the Department of Chinese Literature at Soochow University as CEO of the Lin Yutang House.
2017
-Acting on recommendations from the Taipei City Department of Cultural Affairs’ Outsourced Museums ...-Acting on recommendations from the Taipei City Department of Cultural Affairs’ Outsourced Museums Supervisory Committee, the “Lin Yutang Popiah Culture Festival” was rebranded as the “Xianqing Lifestyle Festival.”
-Hosted “Epistolary Encounters | Taipei Celebrity Letter Exchange Exhibition,” a collaborative showcase of handwritten correspondence co-organized with the Wang Yun-wu Foundation, K. T. Li House, Wistaria Tea House, Sun Yun-suan Memorial Museum of Technology and Humanities, Liang Shih-chiu House, and Chien Mu House—the first joint exhibition ever mounted by Taipei’s historic residences of notable figures.
2018
-Added issues of The Analects—the journal edited by Lin Yutang—to the website’s Learning Resources ...-Added issues of The Analects—the journal edited by Lin Yutang—to the website’s Learning Resources section.
-On 9 May, the Taipei City Department of Cultural Affairs designated the Lin Yutang House as a Municipal Memorial Building (Document No. 10760102791), making it the first memorial building in Taipei City; admission tickets may now be used as vouchers toward souvenirs and café purchases.
-Launched the “Campus Mobile Museum” outreach program.
2019
-Implemented accessibility upgrades to create a more barrier-free environment at the Lin Yutang ...-Implemented accessibility upgrades to create a more barrier-free environment at the Lin Yutang House.
-Participated in the “Archaeology Lifestyle Festival” organized by the Shihsanhang Museum of Archaeology in New Taipei City.
-Produced 25 visitor chairs modeled on Lin Yutang’s original “Phoenix-Character Chair” design; the project was completed in 2021.
-Launched the “Diverse Reading Project,” introducing The Importance of Living to audiences through an audiobook format.
2020
-Presented the October special exhibition "Days at Dusk—The Story of Lin Yutang in Taiwan."-Presented the October special exhibition "Days at Dusk—The Story of Lin Yutang in Taiwan."
2021
-In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Lin Yutang House was closed from 15 May to 16 July.
-Hosted ...-In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Lin Yutang House was closed from 15 May to 16 July.
-Hosted the final edition of the “Lin Yutang Literary Award.”
-Presented the October special exhibition An Unfinished Journey—Lin Yutang’s World Map.
2022
-In April, co-organized Flavors in Paintings—The Pu Family’s “Vegetable Album” Sketches with ...-In April, co-organized Flavors in Paintings—The Pu Family’s “Vegetable Album” Sketches with the Huagang Museum of Chinese Culture University.
-In July, curated Literati, Painters, and Cosmic Wind: An Exhibition of Writers’ Manuscripts.
-Presented the October special exhibition River of Literature: A Retrospective of the Lin Yutang Literary Award.
-In December, hosted "Paper in the Hall—Tu Yi-chin Paper Art Solo Exhibition."
2023
-Presented the October special exhibition "Finished–Unfinished: Lin Yutang Manuscripts".-Presented the October special exhibition "Finished–Unfinished: Lin Yutang Manuscripts".
2024
-Presented "A World in One Inch—Lin Yutang Seal Impressions Exhibition."
-Mounted the off-site ...-Presented "A World in One Inch—Lin Yutang Seal Impressions Exhibition."
-Mounted the off-site exhibition "Ink and Seal: Stories Between the Lines of Notable Figures."
-The Lin Yutang House entered its restoration and adaptive-reuse construction phase and has been fully closed to the public since June. -Presented "A World in One Inch—Lin Yutang Seal Impressions Exhibition."
-Mounted the off-site exhibition "Ink and Seal: Stories Between the Lines of Notable Figures."
-The Lin Yutang House entered its restoration and adaptive-reuse construction phase and has been fully closed to the public since June.
2025
-Curated the off-site exhibition Keystrokes Through Time—Lin Yutang’s Chinese Typewriter Dream ...-Curated the off-site exhibition Keystrokes Through Time—Lin Yutang’s Chinese Typewriter Dream at Soochow University’s Waishuangxi Campus. -Curated the off-site exhibition Keystrokes Through Time—Lin Yutang’s Chinese Typewriter Dream at Soochow University’s Waishuangxi Campus.
