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Dokdo Museum (독도 박물관)

Dokdo Museum (독도 박물관)

2021-10-02

90-17, Yaksuteo-gil, Ulleung-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-790-6432

Dokdo Museum was built in 1995 in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Independence of Korea and opened to the public in 1997. It exhibits the collection of Lee Jong-hak, the first director of the museum, as well as donations by groups associated with Dokdo.

The first floor has three exhibition halls and a Main Hall, while the second floor has one exhibition hall, natural ecosystem video room, lobby with a view of Dokdo, and more.

The Independence Hall of Korea (독립기념관)

The Independence Hall of Korea (독립기념관)

2024-10-28

1, Dongnipginyeomgwan-ro, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

The Independence Hall of Korea collects, preserves, displays, and researches Korean historical documents and relics from the past to the present, focusing on the independence movements during the Japanese colonial period. The Independence Hall officially opened on the anniversary of Independence Day in 1987 thanks to donations from the public.

National Palace Museum of Korea (국립고궁박물관)

National Palace Museum of Korea (국립고궁박물관)

2023-03-24

12, Hyoja-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3701-7500

The National Palace Museum of Korea displays over 40,000 relics from the Joseon dynasty. With various treasures on exhibit, the museum continues to provide information on the dignity of royal culture and the creativity of royal cultural assets.

Andong Soju & Traditional Food Museum (안동소주·전통음식 박물관)

Andong Soju & Traditional Food Museum (안동소주·전통음식 박물관)

2021-12-01

71-1, Gangnam-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-858-4541

Andong Soju & Traditional Food Museum was established in 1995 to promote and pass down the history and cultural characteristics of Andong Soju (Gyeongsangbuk-do Intangible Heritage). Andong Soju is a liquor distilled from wheat with 45 percent ABV that originated during Silla period. This regional liquor became widely known outside of Andong when the Korean government strongly supported the development of regional liquors in anticipation of the Asian Games in 1986 and Seoul Olympic Games in 1988.

Jeonju Museum of History (전주역사박물관)

Jeonju Museum of History (전주역사박물관)

2024-04-06

259, Ssukgogae-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-228-6485

The Jeonju History Museum exhibits the long and fascinating history of Korea. The museum is divided into different exhibits, providing visitors with cultural history with emphasis on Jeonju history.

eonju Hanji Museum (전주한지박물관)

eonju Hanji Museum (전주한지박물관)

2024-04-06

59, Palbok-ro, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-210-8103

Jeonju Hanji Museum was founded to promote the excellence of hanji (traditional Korean paper) and present how it has impacted the lifestyle of Koreans in the past and the present. Hanji crafts, tools for making Hanji, ancient manuscripts and books are on display, and there is a museum shop where visitors can buy souvenirs to take home with them. Activities such as hanji making and woodblock printing are also part of the experience.

Jeonju Crafts Exhibition Hall (전주공예품전시관)

Jeonju Crafts Exhibition Hall (전주공예품전시관)

2024-05-28

15 Taejo-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-281-1610

Jeonju Crafts Exhibition Hall promotes the beauty of traditional Korean crafts, and is made up of a Craft Hall, Special Exhibition Hall, and Experience Hall, Visitors can see traditional art works from master artisans as well as creative works from up-and-coming artists and designers. Visitors can also create their own handcrafted items in one of their many programs.

Owl Museum (부엉이박물관)

Owl Museum (부엉이박물관)

2022-09-19

143, Bukchon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3210-2902

The Owl Museum is filled with over 2,000 pieces of owl-themed arts and crafts collected from all over the world by the owner. Renovated from a house, the museum has a feel of an antique café as the owner offers a cup of coffee or tea to visitors. Located near the city, those interested in owls should stop for a view and a drink. Various stories of how the collection was gathered as well as information on owls are also interesting.

Seoul Museum of Art (서울시립미술관(서소문본관))

2024-06-19

61 Deoksugung-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2124-8800

The Seoul Museum of Art (SeMA) is a space for all to meet and experience the joy of art. Located in the center of Jeong-dong, a district that retains traces of Seoul’s modern and contemporary history, the museum integrates the historical facade of the former Supreme Court with modern architecture. In addition to various programs―encompassing exhibitions, educational outreach initiatives, screenings, workshops, performances, and talks, communal spaces including SeMA Cafe, the artbook store, the open space lobby, and the outdoor sculpture park SeMA WALK provide a rich range of ways for visitors to experience art.

Jeonju Traditional Liquor Museum (전주 전통술박물관)

2024-05-28

74 Hanji-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-287-6305

Jeonju Traditional Liquor Museum offers visitors the unique chance to explore the world of traditional Korean liquor and engage in related hands-on experience programs. At the museum, visitors can see the tools, machines, and the process used in the making of home-made traditional liquor and even taste them. Guests can also try their hand at making homemade wine and rice wine after making a reservation.