Taiwan exhibition 'Same but Different' promotes inclusion through interactive art

The Taoyuan Children's Art Museum has opened its "Same but Different" exhibition, running until November 30, with a core theme of inclusion. This event, which aligns with the upcoming 2026 Taiwan Design Exhibition in Taoyuan, invites children to engage with art in a hands-on manner, fostering an understanding of diversity and the importance of equal participation.

The exhibition features nine artists and design teams from France, the United States, and Taiwan. Notable participants include French installation artist and architect Cyril Lancelin, and American artist Finnegan Shannon, alongside Taiwanese creators. Through three main sections, "Spatial Games," "Differences and Inclusion," and "Imagination in Daily Life", the exhibition guides children to appreciate diverse physical and sensory differences.

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This exhibition breaks down the wall that art pieces cannot be touched, allowing children to personally participate in the creation of works and get closer to art.

Taoyuan's Deputy Mayor, Su Chun-pin, highlighted the exhibition's departure from traditional art displays where touching is forbidden. "Same but Different" breaks down these barriers, allowing children to actively participate in the creative process and develop a closer relationship with art. He also emphasized the museum's unique approach of involving local children in the creation of each exhibition, valuing the process as much as the final outcome.

Interactive elements, such as tilted exhibition areas, encourage children to stack and create their own spaces, promoting learning through play. Another section, "The words I see look like this!," explores the varied possibilities of textual and visual expression, further enhancing the immersive and educational experience for young visitors.

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The value of art itself may not only be presented at the end; the creation process is actually more important.