The Formosan Aborigines live mainly in the mountainous regions of eastern and southern Taiwan and have historically spoken a variety of Austronesian languages.

Weighing over 18 tonnes of white granite, the totem pole represents the unique style of indigenous cultures in Taiwan and expresses the core principle of the museum.

[1] Above the entrance to the museum hangs a stainless steel lintel called 'Honour', created by Sakuliu Pavavaljung, who is recognised as a master of contemporary Aboriginal art.

To separate the different artefacts and aspects of indigenous life, the museum is divided into four floors:[1]The basement is dedicated to the ceremonies and animistic beliefs of the Formosan Aborigines.

[1] On the first floor, there is a small introduction to Taiwan's indigenous groups and two major artefacts, the Yami (Tao) fishing boat and a Paiwan slate sculpture designed by Sakuliu Pavavaljung.

In addition, the floor offers a glimpse of the indigenous agricultural practices, the wickerwork, the drinking culture, carvings, the hunting weapons, the fishing tools and the traditional musical instruments.