The Museum's main objectives are the collection, categorization, preservation, research, exhibition, education and promotion of artifacts that are related to Taiwan's history and culture. The Museum intends to become a haven for the secure, collective and long-term preservation of artifacts, and in turn to become the leading research center for Taiwanese history. As well as academics, the ordinary inhabitants of Taiwan will also be able to learn and understand more about the history and culture of their home through the exhibitions and educational activities of this Museum.