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Goyang Cultural Center (고양문화원)

2019-03-19

280, Hallyu world-ro, Ilsanseo-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-963-0600

Goyang Cultural Center opened in 1984 to preserve, discover, develop and promote the tradition and culture of Goyang city. In efforts to preserve and nurture cultural values, Goyang Cultural Center holds traditional culture performances and offers educational training and lectures related to cultural art.

Busan Fishing Village Folk Museum (부산어촌민속관)

2022-12-29

128, Haksa-ro, Buk-gu, Busan
+82-51-363-3333

Opened on February 23, 2007 as a branch museum of Busan Marine Natural History Museum, Busan Fishing Village Folk Museum displays cultural artifacts and materials related to the tradition, history and folklore of Busan's fishing culture and development. Designed with the theme of "Fishing Village Trip from the River to the Sea," the exhibition halls are divided into Nakdonggang River Fishing Village Folk Hall and Busan Fishing Village Folk Hall.

Ebagu Crafts Workshop (이바구공작소)

2025-01-17

14-13, Mangyang-ro 486beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan
+82-51-468-0289

Ebagu Crafts Workshop was created as part of an urban regeneration project centered along Sanbok Road. The workshop serves as an archive center for the stories of local residents in Sanbok Road, and a new planned exhibition is held every two months. Personal collections, as well as the history of locals living in this district are well preserved, creating a warehouse of cultural resources for the future.

* Opening Date: March 6, 2013

Namhae German Exhibition Hall (남해 파독전시관)

2022-12-27

89-7, Dogil-ro, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-860-3540

Namhae German Exhibition Hall opened on June 28, 2014 to display the history and artifacts related to Korean miners and nurses who were sent to Germany for work in the 1960s. At the time, Korea was one of the poorest countries in the world, with an unemployment rate of 30%. The exhibition hall shows the sad and lonely reality these workers lived through while working away from their home country in order to send money home to their families.

Suwon Gwanggyo Museum (수원광교박물관)

2021-10-23

182, Gwanggyo-ro, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-228-4175

Suwon Gwanggyo Museum features a variety of relics that were discovered during the construction of Gwanggyo New Town. The exhibitions focus on the history and culture of the Gwanggyo area based on artifacts along with materials related to Korea’s modern history, Dokdo Island, and Admiral Yi Sun-sin. Suwon Gwanggyo Museum is located in Gwanggyo History Park near the burial site of Sim On and Prince Hyeryeong, providing a great opportunity for visitors to learn about Korea’s history as well as enjoy a relaxing stroll around the park.

Ulsan Daegok Museum (울산대곡박물관)

2021-05-18

257, Seohacheonjeon-ro, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
+82-52-229-4787

Ulsan Daegok Museum displays artifacts that were uncovered from the area of Daegok-ri during the construction of Daegok Dam. Approximately 13,000 relics were excavated during land inspection prior to the dam construction, including Hasamjeong Ancient Tomb. These findings were collected and became available for public display when the museum opened on June 24, 2009.

Daegu National Science Museum (국립대구과학관)

2023-01-05

20, Techno-daero 6-gil, Dalseong-gun, Daegu
+82-53-670-6114

At Daegu National Science Museum, children can explore the world of science while they play and participate in diverse hands-on activities. Various science programs provide opportunities for children to use their imagination and creativity as they engage in learning.

Eulsukdo Cultural Center (을숙도문화회관)

2019-12-23

25, Nakdongnam-ro 1233beon-gil, Saha-gu, Busan
+82-51-220-5811

Consists of a big and small performance theater, outdoor playground, exhibition halls and other integrated cultural arts performance space, the Eulsukdo Cultural Center was established in a harmonious blend of nature and culture. With the wide grass fields against magnificent architecture, as well as various art sculptures and pond rest areas, this is a great cultural space for residents to take a rest while enjoying the nature. * Opening Date: October 5, 2002

Chang Kee-ryo Memorial Hall (장기려기념 더 나눔센터)

2019-04-10

48, Yeongchowit-gil, Dong-gu, Busan

Established in 2013, the Chang Kee-ryo Memorial Hall is a place to honor Dr. Chang, often referred to as the Schweitzer of Korea, for his lifelong practice of sharing with poor neighbors.

Provisional Capital Memorial Hall (임시수도기념관)

2021-04-16

45, Imsisudoginyeom-ro, Seo-gu, Busan
+82-51-231-6345

The Provisional Capital Memorial Hall was established on June 25, 1984. The memorial hall is significant for its role as the provisional government during the Korean War. The memorial hall was built in 1926 and it was used as the residence for the province governor of Gyeongsangnam-do. When the Korean War began in 1950, the building was repurposed to serve as the provisional government of Korea. Currently, the memorial hall is a great place to learn about Korean history because it contains the historical scenes of the provisional government during the Korean War. It contains exhibitions from the Korean War that display the everyday lives of civilians as well as the political, economic, and cultural aspects of the city of Busan.

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