In the historical setting of “Rice Road”, a place famed for it's numerous stories of ghost encounters, the 50 year old building has been lovingly converted into a bright, light and welcoming space for artists to show and discuss their work. This creative use of old space is what sets traditional cities like Tainan apart from modern Taipei, making the galleries here really something worth seeing.
182 was opened with the intention of giving young artists and curators a way to inexpensively show their work to the public. The shows usually run for 6 weeks and since opening have played host to a wide range of artistic genres including photography, installations, illustration and painting. Artists, art enthusiasts and members of the public are welcomed daily from 2pm til 12am to discuss, express and relax in the gallery's friendly atmosphere. And if your thirst for art leaves you with a thirst for drink, the cafe offers a wide range coffees and alcoholic beverages.
