Kinmen Island was once a staunch outpost of the Cold War between Taiwan and Mainland China. Many soldiers and civilians lost their lives in the famous Guningtou Battle and Artillery Battle of August 23, 1958. Because of its particular geological location, Kinmen took center stage in the military and political struggles between Taiwan and Mainland China during the Cold War, used as a trump card in each side's policies and challenges to "Reclaim Mainland" and "Liberate Taiwan."

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A primary attraction of the exhibition is the transformation of bunkers and other military facilities into exhibition spaces. The formal qualities of bunkers demonstrate unique architectural aesthetics.

The artists will incorporate painting, photography, installation, video, sound, theater and performance into their work, collaborating with local people in the process, in and around bunkers and fortifications.

The Bunker Museum of Contemporary Art exhibitions will run from Sept 11, 2004 to January 10, 2005.

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