Korean Museum of Straw and Life (짚풀생활사박물관)
2022-09-15
45, Sungkyunkwan-ro 4-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-743-8787
Korean Museum of Straw and Life is a private museum dedicated to the collection, research, and display of materials and historical accounts of diverse straws and their uses in Korea. As Koreans' lifestyle in the past heavily depended on agriculture and cultivation of crops, straws and grasses were easily found and had many uses. The museum aims to educate the general public of how different straw were produced and used by Korean ancestors as well as their significance in connection with today's lifestyle.
Byeokbong Korea Jewelry Museum (벽봉한국장신구박물관)
2025-01-17
48-38, Heyrimaeul-gil, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-949-0848
Byeokbong Korea Jewelry Museum was founded by Kim Young-hee, a master in jade jewelry, Gyeonggi-do Intangible Culture No. 18. The museum is dedicated to displaying and promoting the jewelry worn by royalty during the Joseon dynasty. Visitors can learn about the various styles and the meanings behind the designs.
Interactive Art Museum (인터렉티브아트뮤지엄)
2021-03-05
1655, Hoban-ro, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
Situated in Gapyeong, the city of peace and relaxation, Interactive Art Museum is the first of its kind to be opened in Korea. The museum displays artworks that incorporate state-of-the-art technology, offering unique and interactive art experiences to viewers, and distinguishes itself from regular art museums. Interactive Art Museum invites visitors to engage in art through interactive three dimensional artworks and illusory multimedia effects.
Namnong Memorial Hall (남농기념관)
2025-01-17
119, Namnong-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-276-0313
Namnong Memorial Hall is an art gallery dedicated to the works and memory of Namnong Heo Gun, a famous artist of the traditional Southern School of Painting. The hall was opened as an art gallery by Namnong Heo Gun (1908-1987) himself in 1985. The Southern School of Painting features natural scenes with accompanying calligraphy. The hall now features over 200 works of art by some of the most famous Korean paintings in history, as well as pottery from China and Japan.
Natural Dyeing Culture Center (한국천연염색박물관)
2021-12-07
379, Baekho-ro, Naju-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-335-0160
The area of Naju has long been at the forefront of the natural dyeing and silk production industry. The natural setting of fresh water from the Yeongsangang River along with the salt water from the sea are perfect for growing the plants necessary for a deep indigo color. As such, it is the only area to be recognized for its natural dyeing (Important Intangible Cultural Heritage) by the Cultural Heritage Administration. The best place to experience this local heritage is at the Natural Dyeing Culture Center. The center offers experience programs and educational programs, as well as exhibitions and sales of naturally dyed products.
Woljeongsa Museum (월정사 성보박물관)
2021-03-27
176, Odaesan-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-339-7000
Located within Woljeongsa Temple in Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do, Woljeongsa Museum was founded in October 1999, and began displaying treasures and artifacts from some 60 plus temples in the southern part of Gangwon region. Currently, the museum houses Documents of Sangwonsa Temple (National Treasure No. 292), 12 sarira found in the Octagonal Nine-story Stone Pagoda of Woljeongsa Temple (National Treasure No. 48), and many other treasures.
Busan National Science Museum (국립부산과학관)
2023-02-13
59, Dongbusangwangwang 6-ro, Gijang-gun, Busan
+82-51-750-2300
Busan National Science Museum was established to promote the wonders of science and provide visitors with an opportunity to enjoy everything science has to offer. Themed exhibitions related to vehicles, spaceships, and energy development led by the cities of Busan, Ulsan, and Gyeongsangnam-do are available. The museum aims to promote a further understanding of science.
Gwangju National Science Museum (국립광주과학관)
2021-05-24
235, Cheomdangwagi-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju
+82-62-960-6210
Gwangju National Science Museum was opened in 2013 to promote science. The museum specializes in light and science with a spaceship-shaped exterior. Many of the exhibitions consist of hands-on programs, providing visitors a chance to use their imagination to further learn about science.
Football Faentasium (풋볼 팬타지움)
2022-09-13
240, World Cup-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-305-2002
Football Faentasium is the first soccer-themed experience museum in Korea, founded by the Korea Football Association. The museum uses the lastest in IT for exciting displays, experiences, educational lessons, and more for a facility more like a theme park than a museum. The name comes from a mix of the words fan, fantasy, museum, and stadium.
Jeongseon Arirang Training Hall (정선아리랑 전수관)
2021-07-21
69, Auraji-gil, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-560-2897
Jeongseon Arirang is an important intangible heritage of Korea, being designated Gangwon-do Intangible Cultural Asset No. 1, as well as recorded as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heriatge. The song was created in the late Goryeo dynasty by seven worshippers of the dynasty who settled in Jeongseon. The song was made to help the local scholars understand Chinese poetry, and to express the stories and emotions to the locals. The Jeongseon Arirang Training Hall was established to preserve and promote this history, as well as develop the local folk culture. The hall is located by the Auraji riverside at the point where Songcheon and Goljicheon Streams meet. The facilities are comprised of three buildings, divided into an exhibition area, and a experience area. In the experience area, visitors can learn how to perform Jeongseon Arirang by official holders of the intangible heritage. Programs are free but require advance reservation.
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