The Period of Nantou County Handicraft Research Class
Because the development of domestic crafts was encouraged increasingly, Nantou County Government established ¡°Nantou County Craft Research Class¡± in 1954. Five years later (1959), it was reorganized as ¡°Nantou County Handicraft Research Institute¡±. Meanwhile, the Taiwan Provincial Government implemented a project to improve the quality and marketing of handicrafts in Taiwan.
1973-98 The Period of Taiwan Provincial Handicraft Research Institute
In July 1973, due to the department reconstruction of the Taiwan Provincial Government, the institute was renamed as ¡°Taiwan Provincial Handicraft Research Institute,¡± which aimed to help craftsmen to improve the quality of their works and enhance their ability of marketing competence.
1999-2009
The Period of National Taiwan Craft Research Institute
In July 1999, the Taiwan Provincial Government was reorganized and the institute was once again renamed as ¡°National Taiwan Craft Research Institute,¡± an agency under the Council for Cultural Affairs. The Institute promotes Taiwan crafts, innovative design, and the development of the culture industry.
2010-present The Period of National Taiwan Craft Research & Development Institute
In 2010, The Institute was renamed as ¡°National Taiwan Craft Research & Development Institute,¡±which continues promoting craft culture and assisting the development of craft industry in Taiwan.