National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Deoksugung [MMCA Deoksugung] (국립현대미술관 덕수궁)

Explanation

The National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Deoksugung (MMCA Deoksugung) was originally built as an annex to the National Museum of Contemporary Art. The museum specializes in seeking out and researching modern art, exhibiting and preserving it, supporting and developing educational programs, and furthering publications and international exchanges. Located within Deoksugung Palace, the center maintains a unique traditional atmosphere. The museum planned and showcased a total of 38 unique exhibitions from 1998 to 2005. Besides the exhibitions, the center has various performances such as music and mime, as well as lectures or seminars on artists' works.

Inquiry

+82-2-2022-0600

Homepage

www.mmca.go.kr

Information Use

Contact and Information : +82-2-2022-0600

Day off : Mondays, January 1

Charges : * Varies by exhibition; please refer to the official website for details.

Hours : Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday: 10:00-18:00Wednesday, Saturday: 10:00-21:00 * Last admission: 1 hr before closing* Hours subject to change by exhibition

Location

99 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul

Directions

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