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Charmsori Gramophone & Edison Science Museum (참소리축음기&에디슨과학박물관)

Charmsori Gramophone & Edison Science Museum (참소리축음기&에디슨과학박물관)

2020-07-08

393, Gyeongpo-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-655-1130

Charmsori Gramophone & Edison Science Museum combines a music museum focused on sound with a science museum focused on inventions by Thomas Edison. Opened in 1982, the museum offers over 30 years of history and tradition with over 5,000 collections including music related items and inventions by Edison. Some of the main facilities include four large exhibition halls, a large music room and an observatory with a view of Gyeongpo Lake on the third floor. Edison Museum on the first two floors has three exhibition halls with inventions, artifacts, daily supplies and more.

Jeju Folk Village (제주민속촌)

Jeju Folk Village (제주민속촌)

2025-03-17

631-34 Minsokhaean-ro, Pyoseon-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

Jeju Folk Village reproduces the old life of Jeju in the 19th century. More than 100 traditional Jeju houses and folk culture are being recreated and exhibited through archival research. The village is planted with local trees and flowers from Jeju and Korea, so visitors can enjoy flowers in all seasons. It features themed exhibition halls, model houses, and traditional folk games, attracting numerous visitors.

Seoul Art Center Gongpyeong Gallery (서울아트센터 공평갤러리)

Seoul Art Center Gongpyeong Gallery (서울아트센터 공평갤러리)

2021-06-19

24, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-70-4214-0070

Opened in 1992, Seoul Art Center Gongpyeong Gallery is a 17,791㎡, two-story building with four exhibition halls. It is one of the main galleries of Insa-dong, displaying diverse artwork ranging from Western and Korean paintings to sculptures. Due to the great interest in Korean paintings, 2~3 of the annual long-term exhibitions focus solely on them.

Memorial Hall for Incheon Landing Operation (인천상륙작전기념관)

Memorial Hall for Incheon Landing Operation (인천상륙작전기념관)

2024-03-07

138 Cheongnyang-ro, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon
+82-32-832-0915

Memorial Hall for Incheon Landing Operation is a museum commemorating the event where during the early stages of the Korean War (1950-1953), South Korean and UN forces, although initially pushed back by North Korean forces, landed in Incheon on September 15, 1950, under the command of General MacArthur (1880-1964), thereby reversing the tide of the conflict. The memorial hall features exhibitions related to the Korean War and sculptures depicting the Incheon Landing Operation. From the observatory, visitors can enjoy views of the Hwanghae Sea and the city of Incheon.

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.

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.